University of Pittsburgh Athletics
2026 Football Roster

Carson Kent
- Position:
- TE
- Class:
- Redshirt Senior
- Height:
- 6-4
- Weight:
- 245
- Hometown:
- Milton, GA
- High School:
- Cambridge
Enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh in January 2026 following his transfer from Oklahoma.
OKLAHOMA (2025): Played in all 13 games, helping the Sooners earn a spot in the College Football Playoff as an eight seed…caught three passes for 26 yards.
KENNESAW STATE (2022-24): Appeared in 21 games, making 15 starts at tight end over three seasons…caught 32 passes for 382 yards with three touchdown receptions throughout his career.
HIGH SCHOOL: As a senior, he led Cambridge High School to a Sweet 16 appearance in the GHSA State Playoffs…named a Region 7A Honorable Mention…registered 280 yards on 15 catches with 4 touchdown receptions….played for head coach Craig Bennett.
PERSONAL: Son of John and Kandy Kent…has one sister…earned two varsity letters in track and field, holds the shot put record at his high school…mother was a majorette in 1988 at the University of Florida, and uncle played baseball at the University of Florida…pursuing masters in sports law.



