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Can the Cats knock off the Crimson Tide for the first time in nearly 3 decades?

New Alabama starting quarterback’s first road start will come at Kentucky

Kentucky QB commit Jake Nawrot threw three touchdown passes and added a rushing score as Hersey defeated Carmel 38-22.

Kentucky QB commit Jake Nawrot shines with 4 touchdowns in senior-season opener

Bad news for Kentucky as the Youngstown State opener inches closer.

Kentucky Football gets 2 disappointing updates ahead of season opener

On Saturday afternoon, head coach Will Stein announced that linebacker Alex Afari, who has been with the team for exactly a week, will no longer be taking the practice field. This news comes after the recent court ruling in Colorado, which hasn’t yet deemed Afari eligible. He played in 48 games during his time with […]

LB Alex Afari Dismissed, Will Not Practice Due to New Ruling

We may see something we’ve never seen: A Seattle Seahawks to Kentucky Wildcats pipeline if TJ Harden comes to Lexington

Kentucky is recruiting an NFL RB who just played for the Seahawks this preseason

Greg Sankey and five other power conference commissioners attempt to not allow Mark Mitchell another year of eligibility

SEC’s Greg Sankey and other commissioners try to stop Kentucky court from ruling Mark Mitchell and more athletes eligible

The first year of Kentucky Football under head coach Will Stein has caused a number of conversations to be had. How many games will they win? Can they compete in the SEC? Will they have a bowl game this year? All these questions will be answered in due time, but an early outlook of the […]

Kentucky Football Set to Face Most Top 25 Ranked Teams

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SEC Season Preview 📝

Who wins CFB's deepest conference? Predictions and top storylines 📲

Greene was thriving before a season-ending injury in 2025.

Sam Greene nearing return to game action following ACL tear

Kentucky Football Set to Face Most Top 25 Ranked Teams

Some early changes to Kentucky football’s 2027 and 2028 schedules.

Kentucky Football to play Week Zero games in the 2027 and 2028 seasons

Kentucky is set to hire Alex Brown as an assistant GM. He brings extensive college recruiting and scouting experience.

Kentucky Football to hire Alex Brown as an assistant GM

Kentucky has added yet another new face to the front office, planning to sign on Alex Brown as the program’s new assistant general manager before the start of the 2026 season. Reported first by Pete Thamel, Brown is making his fifth stop at the collegiate level, having formerly been a staffer for Houston, Rice, SMU […]

Kentucky Football Set to Hire Alex Brown as New Assistant GM

We are inching closer to an answer.

Kentucky Wildcats News: Mark Mitchell court injunction ruling looms

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🚨 First CFB AP Poll of Season

Ohio State No. 1 in preseason rankings. See where your team stands 📲

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AP Top 25 Preseason Poll Predictions

How the rankings could shake out ahead of season openers 📲

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Alex Afari rejoins Kentucky Football; Antonio O’Berry ruled ineligible

Major news for the Kentucky defense.

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CJ Works compared to Kentucky legend Josh Hines-Allen

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Longtime Kentucky employee Marc Hill leaving for BYU Cougars

The end of a long career in Lexington.

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New Kentucky AD J Batt Joins Will Stein to Surprise Kentucky Football Fans

New University of Kentucky Athletic Director J Batt is considered to be one of the best fundraisers in college athletics. In a college landscape where the dollar reigns king, and Kentucky ranked 15th of 16 teams in athletic donations, they needed help in that category. When you are asking more than you ever have as […]

J Batt and Will Stein spent Saturday morning thanking Kentucky fans for their support ahead of the upcoming season.

J Batt and Will Stein surprise Kentucky fans with donuts during tailgate setup day

Sloan will call plays from above the field.

Kentucky OC Joe Sloan will call plays from the box this season

This will be the 6th time Gilmore has changed teams since arriving at UK, and he has become exceedingly efficient at it.

Hardley Gilmore is no longer with Kentucky Football

Heard and Price will look to anchor a Big Blue Wall resurgence.

Lance Heard and Coleton Price named to preseason watch lists

“Sam Greene to me is looking great.”

Kentucky Wildcats News: Sam Greene Injury Watch

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First CFB Coaches Poll 🔢

Ohio State opens as No. 1 in preseason rankings 📲

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CFB AP Top 25 Predictions 🔮

Latest picks after release of first coaches poll 📲

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Experts React to CFB Coaches Poll

Tap for best reactions from Tuesday's release 📲

Kentucky has some noteworthy players injured heading into fall camp.

Kentucky Football is battling injuries to key players heading into fall camp

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Top 25 CFB Coach's Poll Predictions 🔮

Latest picks before Tuesday's poll drop 📲

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Alex Afari considering return to Kentucky Football ahead of 2026 season

This would be a game-changing move for Kentucky.

Breaking down talking points from across the CFB landscape ➡️

Media Days Takeaways 📝

Nochta replaces the departing Pat Biondo.

Pete Nochta promoted to interim Kentucky Football GM

“After much thought, I have made the decision to leave UK.”

Pat Biondo steps down as Kentucky Football GM

Kentucky adds depth to quarterback room late in the offseason.

QB Will Drakeford Jr. joins Kentucky Football for the 2026 season

Kenny Minchey nearly cracked the top 50.

Kentucky’s Lance Heard, Kenny Minchey among ESPN’s top 100 transfers

Kentucky adds another running back ahead of the 2026 season.

Jordan Colbert joins Kentucky Football ahead of the 2026 season

Will the Cats be able to defend home court and advance?

Kentucky Wildcats News: La Familia vs. The Ville Game 3

Dante Dowdell hospitalized with 'serious injuries', per Kirby Smart

UGA RB Injured in ATV Crash

The state is starting to pick up talent.

Will Stein likes the state of Kentucky High School Football

The Big Blue Wall is driving Will Stein and Kentucky Football

Will Stein gets it.

Will Stein not lacking confidence heading into first season as CFB coach 🎥

Kentucky HC's Bold Claim 🤨

Who are the names to look out for in CFB in the coming campaign?

2027 NFL Draft Prospects Who Can Break Out in 2026 College Football Season

Kentucky Football adds to its roster less than two months before kickoff.

Kentucky lands JUCO RB Ahmir Smith for the 2026 season

Kentucky has one of the best college football offensive lines for the 2026 season

Kentucky is

“That’s money the president isn’t raising for the University of Kentucky, for students, and the rest.”

Andy Beshear criticizes Mitch Barnhart’s latest retirement deal with UK

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Kentucky Wildcats News: Mitch Barnhart gets his Golden Parachute after all

Mitch Barnhart is still collecting them checks from UK.

UK paying Mitch Barnhart $3.2 million in a retirement settlement and giving him a part-time job

Batt will arrive in late July to officially replace Mitch Barnhart.

UK announces J Batt start date and buyout terms with Michigan State

Batt is still coming to Lexington, but it may be with a bigger buyout.

J Batt remains committed to UK following Michigan State president changeup

Minchey highlights DJ Miller’s size, skill, and explosive playmaking as a key weapon in Kentucky’s offense.

Kentucky QB Kenny Minchey says DJ Miller could become “best receiver in the country”

Wins will be hard to come by vs. one of the nation’s toughest schedules.

How many wins does Kentucky Football need for a successful 2026 season?

Take a quick look why Milan choose UK.

Kentucky Wildcat News: Milan Momcilovic explains why he chose UK

Let’s see where Kentucky’s football players rank in the new college football game.

College Football 27 player ratings revealed for Kentucky Wildcats

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CFB 27's Top 10 by Conference

Highest-rated players from Big Ten, SEC and ACC 📲

Great to see for the BBN!

2026 Kentucky Football promotional schedule announced

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FBS Committee Proposes Changes to Transfer Portal

Full details on proposal inside 📲

Kentucky football offensive coordinator Joe Sloan let everyone know prized recruit Lance Heard had a procedure. We discuss the new style Stein brought in.

Top Kentucky Football transfer Lance Heard had minor spring procedure

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Breaking News

College sports bill clears key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten opposition (AP)

J Batt is now one of the highest-paid athletic directors in college sports.

J Batt contract details revealed with UK: How would you grade the hire?

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Kentucky Wildcats News: Will Stein is fixing the UK Football gameday experience

J Batt came to Kentucky at a premium, but thanks to a buyout rule, that amount was halved. We break down why, and discuss some unique money-making strategies.

Kentucky saved millions on J Batt thanks to a weird buyout with Michigan State

J Batt is set on Lexington being his long-term home.

J Batt says UK is his destination job: “This is where our boys will graduate high school”

Will Stein believes Kentucky football is a sleeping giant. His lifelong ties to the Wildcats help explain his vision for the program.

Will Stein’s Kentucky roots fuel belief Wildcats can become a national contender

Notre Dame, Indiana, Oregon, Texas A&M, and Tennessee were among the schools to offer.

Kentucky Football lands Jaylen Mercer

The team is still mourning the loss of Nic Smith.

Kentucky Football pushes back this week’s official visits

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Breaking News

Kentucky defensive lineman Nic Smith dies at age 20. School says no foul play suspected (AP)

Will Stein continues to rack up the commitments in the class of 2027.

Austin Coles commits to Kentucky Football, bolstering a top-15 recruiting class

Kentucky continues a massive recruiting weekend by adding linebacker Drew Williams shortly after landing Malachi Brown.

Kentucky Football lands Drew Williams

Will Stein keeps the wheels churning on the momentum front.

Kentucky lands highly-ranked in-state prospect Malachi Brown

The Corbin native has received an expert prediction in favor of the Cats.

Kentucky emerging for massive 4-star in-state recruit Malachi Brown

It looks like the University of Kentucky is going with an external hire as the new AD.

UK is not expected to hire from within for next AD as Mitch Barnhart serves out his final month

Coach Pope is feeling extra spicy after landing arguably the best player in the transfer portal.

Mark Pope's beach flex said everything the BBN needed to hear

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Twitter celebrates Milan Momcilovic joining Kentucky Wildcats

Momcilovic is back to school, but who will he ultimately play for?

Milan Momcilovic withdraws from NBA Draft; Kentucky and Louisville are frontrunners, per report

Kentucky fans officially know what time and channel for the first three games of the Will Stein era.

Kentucky Football announces start times and TV channels for first 3 games of the 2026 season

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SEC to End 'Cupcake' Week 🧁

Conference votes to eliminate tune-up opponents in 2027

The Tigers beat out Kentucky for the Tennessee offensive lineman's commitment.

OT Rance Brown commits to Auburn over Kentucky

Florida, Tennessee, Notre Dame, Miami, Texas A&M, LSU, and Michigan had also offered scholarships.

Kentucky beats out Clemson for Griff Galloway, whose father is on Tigers' staff

WWE invades Rupp Arena and Danhausen has invaded with a new t-shirt for all his 'fanhausens' featuring the University of Kentucky. See the design inside.

Danhausen x Kentucky launch new merchline as WWE invades Rupp Arena

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Sark Talks SEC Spending 💰

Texas HC believes every school in conference pays 'minimum $30M' for their rosters

Will Stein has been killing it on the recruiting trail thus far.

Kentucky Football gains a commitment from RB Kelsey Gerald

Kentucky beats out Ole Miss, Louisville, and Tennessee for one of the top defensive backs in the 2027 recruiting class.

Kentucky lands 4-star CB Miles Brown in major recruiting win

Ourigou was one of the breakout performers at the Nike EYBL in Memphis this past weekend.

Kentucky offers top 10 center Caleb Ourigou

The staff heads to Memphis.

Kentucky Wildcats News: UK on the recruiting trail

Kentucky football head coach Will Stein says the Governor's Cup remains too important to ever remove from the schedule.

Will Stein wants Kentucky vs. Louisville rivalry to continue and possibly move to Week 1

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From Foster Care to the NFL: Hollywood Developing Movie on Buffalo Bills Pro Bowler and former Kentucky Star Ray Davis

Some stories in sports are bigger than the sport itself, as is the case with former Wildcat Ray Davis. Transferring to Kentucky from Vanderbilt for his senior season of college football in 2023, Davis ran for more than 1,100 yards and set the UK single-season touchdown record with 21 TDs.

Kentucky continues to stack talent in the trenches with another offensive line commit in the 2027 recruiting cycle.

Kentucky football lands 2027 3-star IOL Ian Walker

Kentucky is battling several national programs for one of Georgia's rising defensive backs.

Kentucky Football makes top 5 for Jeremiah Proctor

Analyst Dan Casey ranks Kentucky's Will Stein as the No. 2 playcaller in the country. Even with Joe Sloan calling plays, UK's offense is in elite hands.

Analyst ranks Kentucky's Will Stein as the No. 2 offensive mind in college football

A bowl in Year 1 of the WIll Stein era would be magnificent news.

Kentucky Football gets an early bowl projection

Kentucky is evaluating several organizational options for its next athletic director.

University of Kentucky considers multiple athletic director models including split leadership structure

UK president Eli Capilouto continues to take heat.

Governor Andy Beshear criticizes UK leadership, compares it to James Ramsey

This could be a major pickup for Kentucky.

Big-time WR Iveon Lewis moves up decision date as Kentucky gets several recruiting predictions

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Dez Bryant Jr. Gets CFB Offer

Son of former Cowboys WR announces Kentucky reached out to him (Rivals)

Will Stein lands another big-time recruit for the football Cats!

4-star DB Marquis Bryant commits to Kentucky Football

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BREAKING: Four-Star Safety Marquis Bryant has Committed to Kentucky, he tells me for @Rivals The 6’0 190 S from Rolesville, NC chose the Wildcats over Tennessee and Auburn "I'm ready to change the culture for BBN" https://t.co/Cuoya7lnzi

Eli Capilouto says the listening tour is nearing completion as the school looks to make a hire during the summer.

UK President Eli Capilouto provides update on athletic director search

Two former UK wideouts find homes.

Ja'Mori Maclin to the Buffalo Bills; Dane Key to the Denver Broncos

Two former Kentucky receivers heard their names called on Day 3.

Kendrick Law drafted by the Lions; Barion Brown goes to the Saints

Colts Draft Kentucky RB

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Jalen Farmer will now play for the Colts to kick off his NFL career.

Jalen Farmer drafted by Indianapolis Colts in Round 4 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Kentucky WR goes No. 168 overall

Kendrick Law Scouting Report

Lions Draft Kentucky WR

📋 Kendrick Law (No. 168 overall) 😤 Listed at 5'11'', 203 pounds 🎥 Watch his run-after-catch ability

Kentucky IOL goes No. 153 overall

Jager Burton Scouting Report

Colts Draft Kentucky IOL

📋 Jalen Farmer (No. 113 overall) ⚓ 'Powerful presence' and 'anchor' up front 🎥 Watch his ability to move defenders

In-state tight end Conrad Hart commits to Kentucky just days after receiving his first Power 4 offer.

Kentucky football lands Lexington TE Conrad Hart

Barnhart is officially heading off into the sunset.

Mitch Barnhart steps down from new role at University of Kentucky

Kentucky lands their 11th commitment in the class of 2027 with Ohio linebacker Antwoine Higgins announcing Wednesday.

Kentucky football adds 3-star LB Antoine Higgins in the class of 2027

The Kentucky Governor is “losing confidence and growing increasingly concerned” with how UK is being run.

Andy Beshear calls out University of Kentucky over Mitch Barnhart golden parachute deal

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Top Future NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in 2026 👀

Assessing the next group of players who look prime to make it to the next level ➡️

Benny Snell Jr., Kentucky football’s all-time leading rusher, has been released by the UFL’s Louisville Kings following a slow start to the 2026 season.

UFL’s Louisville Kings cut former Kentucky running back Benny Snell Jr.

Will Stein had an emotion-filled debut at Kroger Field.

The Will Stein Era Begins: Takeaways from the 2026 Kentucky Football Spring Game

4-Star Safety Chooses Kentucky 🔵

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BREAKING: Four-Star Safety Tristin Hughes has Committed to Kentucky, he tells me for @Rivals The 6’0 195 S from Rocky River, OH chose the Wildcats over Virginia Tech, Michigan, and Penn State “BBN, LETS WORKKKK!!!” https://t.co/0RHVTiU63P

Ole Miss Lands 4-Star EDGE 😤

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BREAKING: Four-Star EDGE Keysan Taylor has Committed to Ole Miss, he tells me for @Rivals The 6’4 230 EDGE from Rockford, IL chose the Rebels over Vanderbilt and Kentucky “Thank you Jesus! boutta turn da SIP up!! 🦈” https://t.co/QvcMvPb5z3

Ohio State, Michigan, and Louisville were also in the running.

4-star DB Tristin Hughes commits to Kentucky Football, who now has a top-10 recruiting class

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Will Stein’s First Spring Game at Kentucky Ends Early With a Windy Downpour

It was Storm’s time in the Bluegrass. A new era for Kentucky Football is underway, as Wildcats head coach Will Stein looks to make a mark in the SEC during the 2026 season. It’s safe to say that things are looking promising when it comes to the recruiting side of things, but Kentucky’s annual spring […]

Kentucky appears to be out for one of the best available transfers.

Kentucky has reportedly moved on from top-10 transfer Paulius Murauskas

Is good news coming soon for Kentucky Basketball?

Donnie Freeman cancels UConn visit, and one reporter makes prediction for Kentucky to land him

Oversight Committee recommended standardizing start date for all CFB teams at Week 0

NCAA FBS Proposes New Schedule

Miami, Florida, and Missouri were among the other schools to offer Proctor.

Tank Proctor flips from Auburn Tigers to Kentucky Wildcats

Breaking down newcomers into 5 tiers 📲

New CFB HC Expectations 🤔

Is it panic time for the Big Blue Nation?

Kentucky Wildcat News: Transfer Portal Panic Time?

Will Stein reveals why he walked away from a playoff roster at Oregon to "bet on himself" and rebuild Kentucky. It wasn't just about coming home.

Will Stein explains why he chose a Kentucky overhaul over Oregon's playoff safety net

Freeman is on Kentucky's campus, and it may be now or never to get his commitment.

Donnie Freeman is now on his visit to Kentucky, but UConn may be the favorite

College Football Playoff drops 'refreshed' look with 'championship gold' details 📸

CFP Reveals Updated Logo 👌

Brandon Garrison commits to Alabama after leaving Kentucky

BG has a new home.

Nawrot is a top-40 prospect in the class of 2027.

Kentucky Football lands commitment of 4-star QB Jake Nawrot

Kentucky Lands 4-Star QB 🔵

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BREAKING: Elite 2027 QB Jake Nawrot has Committed to Kentucky, he tells me for @Rivals The 6’4 205 QB from Arlington Heights, IL is ranked as the No. 2 QB in the 2027 Rivals300 “Blessed for all of this! Ready to get to work! #BBN #SEC” https://t.co/ewuKYn8Mie

Could Jasper Johnson stay in the SEC?

Jasper Johnson meeting with John Calipari; Alabama gets prediction for UK transfer

Another meeting scheduled.

DeSean Goode sets in-person meeting with Kentucky

Wildcats continue recruiting surge in 2027 cycle with Alabama defensive lineman becoming latest addition.

4-star recruit Elijah Brown picks Kentucky Football

Brandon Garrison leaves Kentucky with one year of eligibility after showing flashes of potential in Lexington.

Brandon Garrison enters transfer portal after two seasons at Kentucky

4-star Israel Abrams picks Canes over Auburn, FSU and others (Rivals)

Miami Lands 2027's No. 3 QB 🌀

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Kentucky Wildcats News: Transfer Portal Watch

Kentucky is adding a recruiting staff member ahead of the 2026 season.

Kentucky Football set to hire Erynn Love in recruiting role

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Hawai'i's epic comeback ends short after brutal turnover

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Bill Calling UNC's Defense 👀

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CFB coaches already on hot seat

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Buzz: Belichick's UNC a 'Mess' 🫣

Analyst Fades Arch In Rankings

Picks for Every Week 0 Game 🔮

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL: OCT 31 North Carolina at Syracuse

Bill Calling UNC's Defense 👀

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CFB coaches already on hot seat

Buzz: Belichick's UNC a 'Mess' 🫣

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: APR 18 Texas Football Fan Day

Analyst Fades Arch In Rankings