By Josh Ellis

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With much of the University of Kentucky’s 2016 football recruiting class full, the Cats now look in-state to add the finishing touches on what is currently the No. 13 recruiting class in the country according to 247Sports.

Kash Daniel, a three-star inside linebacker from Paintsville, Ky., visited Lexington on Monday to gather more information about UK. Daniel already has an offer from the Cats, but the 6-foot-2, 235-pounder wants everything to be just right before he commits anywhere.

“This is more than just a regular football visit,” Daniel said. “I want see what life is like on campus and where I’m going to spend my next four years living. I’m really excited to get down to Lexington.”

Daniel plans to continue taking campus visits throughout the next few weeks and will narrow his list to four teams by the end of June.

UK, Louisville, South Carolina, Austin Peay and Ball State are among those pursuing the ninth-ranked inside linebacker in the country.

“The main thing for me is to go where I feel at home and where there is more of a family atmosphere,” Daniel said. “That’s a big deal to me. I came from that type of background, from a small town with a big family feel.”

Daniel also said that he and head coach Mark Stoops have been in touch and talk at least once a week.

The Eastern Kentucky product plans to announce his college decision August 13, just before his senior season kicks off. In doing so, Daniel will be able to focus solely on his teammates and coaches.

“That’s the reason I set this date,” Daniel said. “It’s pretty hectic, making a college decision. It puts a lot of pressure on you. I wanted it before the season so I could take all the focus away from where I’m going to focus on winning a state championship. I’d die for my brothers and they’d do the same for me – I owe them my full attention when the season comes around.”