Marcus Walker dismissed from Kentucky football team following drug trafficking arrest

University of Kentucky defensive back Marcus Walker is no longer on the football team following his drug trafficking arrest.

UK released a statement confirming coach Mark Stoops' decision to dismiss Walker Tuesday. The university is not offering any additional comments.

Walker was charged with trafficking marijuana and cocaine, along with a paraphernalia charge Thursday. Walker's arrest citation says he was possessing an estimated five pounds of marijuana and an ounce of cocaine. Police also found a large amount of cash and a cash counter when executing a search warrant.

Walker pleaded not guilty to the charges in court.

Walker has seen limited playing time as a Wildcat. He played in 12 games during the 2017 season, making five tackles.

He was a three-star safety out of high school from Lake Wales, Florida.