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Mark Pope has set up a Zoom call with a fifth-year power forward

The California ruling that happened yesterday is another interesting part of this whole fifth year of eligibility saga. This TRO in California gave the players in this case the ability to hit the transfer portal and gave them the ever so important fifth year of eligibility.

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Over half of Kentucky football's schedule is top 25 teams

Will Stein came into Lexington and brought a ton of new faces, including players. Assembling what's expected to be one of the best offensive line's in the SEC and a defense with promise after the hire of Jay Bateman, who had some of the nation's best defenses at Texas A&M.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 18

Should Mark Pope and Kentucky fear the NCAA's wrath if they add Mark Mitchell?

It has been a very weird few days in college basketball and college sports as a whole, as players who graduated high school in 2022 and just exhausted their final year of eligibility are taking legal action to try to get an extra year.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 18

Kentucky fans need to keep confidence high with PF Ousmane N'Diaye

There has been talk in Lexington over the last few days about the potential addition of Missouri power forward Mark Mitchell. The staff is looking to add the elite forward to this year’s Kentucky team, but there are some hoops that Mitchell would have to jump through legally to get that extra year of eligibility.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 17

Three Kentucky players BBN should buy the hype on this season

The Kentucky basketball season is quickly approaching, and fans are getting really excited about the roster Mark Pope has for his third year in Lexington.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 15

Alex Afari Jr. is practicing with Kentucky while awaiting eligibility status

College sports has been turned upside down over the last few weeks following a judge ruling that ordered all 2022 high school graduates to receive a fifth year of eligibility.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 14

ESPN gives their thoughts on Kentucky basketball's floor and ceiling next season

Last season, it was clear Mark Pope went away from what be built in year one and what he is best at, which is coaching a group that excels at putting up points with their shooting.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 14

Update on Kentucky target Mark Mitchell following his court hearing

Kentucky fans were anxiously awaiting some big news on Friday about a potential major target to fill the final roster spot. Missouri's Mark Mitchell participated in a court hearing at the Jefferson County District Courthouse on Friday in an attempt to receive a fifth year of eligibility with the right to transfer.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / August 13

Kentucky basketball is adding a very exciting game to the 2026-27 schedule

Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats were looking to add one more game to the 2026-27 basketball schedule, and they added one with some interesting history.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Stadium Rant / August 11

Will Stein Offense: Why Kenny Minchey Could Unlock Kentucky Football

The Will Stein offense will not simply change the Kentucky Wildcats’ playbook. It will alter the way they play offense. After years of inconsistency, Kentucky is entering a new era built around tempo, spacing, quarterback development, and explosive plays.

College Football News / Stadium Rant / August 5

Kentucky Football Media Day: Will Stein Reveals Vision, Expectations, And Biggest Takeaways For 2026 Wildcats

Kentucky Football Media Day gave fans the first real look at the Will Stein era as the Wildcats prepare for the 2026 season. With fall camp approaching, Kentucky revealed its expectations, roster changes, and new identity entering a new chapter in the SEC.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Stadium Rant / July 30

Kentucky Football 2026 Season: What Three Games Will Define It?

The Kentucky football 2026 season will test new head coach Will Stein immediately, with several SEC matchups that could determine whether the Kentucky Wildcats reach bowl eligibility in his first season.

Will Stein News / Yardbarker / July 20

Kentucky HC Will Stein feeling confident heading into first season in Lexington

The Kentucky Wildcats have never won a national championship on the gridiron. They've won two SEC championships in school history, but their last SEC title came in 1976.

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Michigan AD Warde Manuel set to step down, which will end scandal-ridden tenure

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood gets warning ahead of 2026 season

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