Kentucky Wildcats: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 28

Preview: Kentucky's exhibition matchup with UCF

Tonight, Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats will take on the UCF Knights in the final exhibition game of the offseason before the real thing starts against Manhattan on Tuesday.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Volleyball On SI / October 28

Longtime Kentucky Volleyball Coach Craig Skinner Earns Contract Extension

In the midst of his 22nd season as head coach of the No. 7 Kentucky Wildcats, Craig Skinner agreed to a contract extension through 2031, according to UK Athletics Director and Champions Blue CEO J Batt.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 27

Mark Pope made some coaching changes against Texas Tech that should excite BBN

Last season didn't go well for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats; there is no question about that. Some Kentucky fans have blamed the injuries, and this is fair, but there was another problem last season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 26

Kentucky's Mark Pope deemed on the 'hot seat' by Gary Parrish

A very important season is coming up for Mark Pope in Lexington after his team was very underwhelming a year ago. Last season, many believed Kentucky had the most expensive roster in college basketball, and this came with high expectations.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 25

Kentucky football is now a top 10 team in the country

Over the last few weeks, Kentucky fans have seen their early-season dreams grow into legit possibilities, as after wins over top 10 teams Texas A&M and LSU, the Wildcats began popping up in some playoff projections.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 24

Kentucky football pulls away for a big win against Vandy

With a 6-1 record halfway through the season, Kentucky football's playoff hopes were alive entering Saturday's game against Vandy. The Wildcats needed

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 24

The most underrated player in all of college basketball is a Kentucky Wildcat

On Friday night, the Kentucky Wildcats took on the Texas Tech Red Raiders in Rupp Arena for a ranked exhibition game, and the Wildcats got the win. Pope and the Wildcats won this game 76-65 to really get the Kentucky fans excited about the upcoming season.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 23

Takeaways from Kentucky's 76-65 exhibition win against Texas Tech

The Kentucky Wildcats took down Little Rock in their first of three exhibition matchups 69-49 in a game where defense was on point, but offensive execution was a struggle.

Will Stein News / Trade Talk Sports / October 23

Will Stein Has Kentucky Rolling. Can the Wildcats Meet Expectations?

Kentucky Wildcats fans have spent the past couple of seasons looking for reasons to believe their football program was moving in the right direction. Will Stein hasn’t made them wait long.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 21

A Kentucky Wildcat has earned a Preseason All-American honor

Kentucky basketball wrapped up its first of three exhibitions last week and on Friday, they will face a preseason top 20 team. Ahead of the season starting in just a few weeks, preseason awards are being released by national media outlets across the sport.

Will Stein News / Yardbarker / October 20

Kentucky's Will Stein rightfully named the midseason Coach of the Year

The Wildcats are 4-1 in SEC play, and that one loss, to No. 12 Alabama, saw them play the Crimson Tide tight for during the first half.

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Will Stein News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 20

What does Kentucky football have to do to achieve its postseason dreams?

Kentucky football is off to a hot 6-1 start to the Will Stein era in his first season in Lexington. Many came into the season predicting as high as eight wins, with even their over/under win total being set at 4.5 entering the year.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 19

Turnover margin is a big reason for Kentucky's 6-1 start

Kentucky football is off to an historic 6-1 start, something that hasn't been done by a first-year head coach at Kentucky in over 100 years. With top 10 wins over Texas A&M on the road and LSU, as well as a comeback win at South Carolina, fans are staring the playoff in the face as their Wildcats sit at #15 in the AP Poll.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 19

Check out where Mark Pope's Kentucky Wildcats were ranked in the preseason AP Poll

The college basketball season is right around the corner, and the Kentucky Wildcats just played their first exhibition of the season. Mark Pope's Wildcats took down Little Rock 69-49.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 19

Mark Pope has high expectations for Mason Williams

The Kentucky Wildcats picked up a 69-49 win over Little Rock in their first exhibition game of the season on Friday. In it, there was a lot of good defensively, but a lot of areas to grow on offense, but still a game that featured some impressive moments on that end of the floor.

Kenny Minchey News / Yardbarker / October 17

No. 15 Kentucky continues underdog run with win over Oklahoma

For the second time in three weeks, the No. 15 Kentucky Wildcats hit the road as a ranked underdog against an unranked opponent.

Arch Manning, Texas continue to struggle after home loss to unranked Florida

No. 6 Alabama, Kalen DeBoer feel stuck after double-digit road loss at No. 14 Tennessee

Auburn makes CFB history with upset of No. 1 Georgia

Unranked Auburn upsets No. 1 Georgia on game-winning field goal: Key numbers behind the stunner

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CJ Baxter News / TWSN / October 16

CJ Baxter’s Status Looms Large Ahead of Kentucky’s Trip to Oklahoma

The Kentucky Wildcats were able to get the win over LSU and gain further momentum for the season. However, their biggest reason for that win is a major storyline ahead of their Oklahoma matchup due to his injury status.

Lane Kiffin News / HITC / October 13

Why Kentucky will pay $500,000 to LSU as part of NCAA fine for fans rushing Lane Kiffin after win

The NCAA has fined the Kentucky Wildcats $500,000 for their fans rushing the field after their recent win over the LSU Tigers. The $500,000 will be given

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14

Lane Kiffin claims referee gave him a wild excuse for controversial call

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin had a fairly significant complaint about the officiating during LSU’s upset loss to Kentucky on Saturday night. Kentucky took a 21-17 lead into halftime of Saturday’s game thanks to quarterback Kenny Minchey’s quarterback sneak at the goal line, though the play appeared to be stopped short of the line.

Will Stein News / Yardbarker / October 10

Kentucky pulls off bizarre feat with second straight overtime win

Kentucky football has found a flair for the dramatic, and the Wildcats are making a habit of delivering in overtime.

Will Stein, Kentucky are worth believing in: 'We're fighters, man'

Texas A&M's Mike Elko headed down Jimbo Fisher path after road loss to Missouri

Bob Chesney gets first signature win at UCLA with upset of Oregon

Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas

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Kentucky Wildcats News / Lindy's Sports / October 8

Kentucky Wildcats, Will Stein Can Become Playoff Contenders In Year 1

The Kentucky Wildcats could solidify themselves as a dark horse contender not just in the SEC but in all of college football. Kentucky already beat Texas A&M and played the Alabama Crimson Tide tough in the first half, as the Wildcats are exceeding expectations in the first year of the Will Stein era.