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For the first time since 2020, former Kentucky linebacker Chris Oats has stood up on his own, his mother Kemberly Gamble revealed. A video she posted to social media on July 6 depicts Oats attempting to stand up while working with a group at his rehabilitation center. With two people on either side of him holding his knees in place, Oats was able to achieve the milestone and push himself to stand up by himself. Watch the incredible moment below: While Oats has been bound to a wheelchair since his football career was cut short, that hasn’t stopped him from living his life. He’s been able to wal…

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