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Kentucky had two areas to improve this offseason and Mark Pope got the job done

The Purdue exhibition has come and gone, and the Kentucky Wildcats dominated the #1 Boilermakers, which has Big Blue Nation fired up for the start of the season.

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'I thought it was stupid, too' - Mark Stoops goes viral for post-game quote after Kentucky's blowout loss to Tennessee

It was a rough night for Mark Stoops and the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday against the Tennessee Vols. Kentucky's offense couldn't keep up with Tennessee's offense, as the Wildcats fell 56-34 to the Vols in Lexington.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A to Z Sports / October 26

How far the Tennessee Vols are predicted to climb in the AP Top 25 rankings after win over the Kentucky Wildcats

The Tennessee Vols bounced back from last weekend’s tough loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide with a dominant win over the Kentucky Wildcats in Lexington Tennessee cruised to a 56-34 win against Kentucky -- the most points the Vols have scored in an SEC game this season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A to Z Sports / October 26

The scene at Kentucky's stadium in the third quarter against the Vols will have Tennessee fans smiling all week

The Tennessee Vols scored 49 points in the first three quarters on Saturday night in Lexington against the Kentucky Wildcats. And that was enough to send Kentucky fans fleeing for the exits despite a quarter still remaining in the game.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 25

Mark Pope's MVP in the win over #1 Purdue might surprise Kentucky fans

The Purdue Boilermakers came into Rupp Arena on Friday night ranked as the #1 team in the preseason rankings, and the Wildcats blew the doors off of them, winning this game 78-65.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 24

Mark Pope wants to apply as much pressure as possible on opposing teams this season

Kentucky basketball had a statement win in their exhibition game against Purdue in Rupp Arena, as they dominated the Boilermakers nearly the entire game.

College Football News / College Football News / October 24

Tennessee vs Kentucky Prediction and Betting Lines

It might not be the marquee game on the SEC slate, but Tennessee and Kentucky might have the most at stake. The Volunteer season is effectively over with a loss.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 23

Kentucky guard Kam Williams: 'We're going to win the National Championship this year'

The basketball season is set to get started for the Kentucky Wildcats on Friday night as they will host the #1 team in college hoops, Purdue, into Rupp Arena for an exhibition game.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 23

Mark Pope says Jaland Lowe is recovering 'epically fast,' will proceed with caution

Jaland Lowe provided quite the scare for his team and Kentucky fans last Friday night in the Blue and White scrimmage when he collided with Otega Oweh and injured his shoulder, falling to the floor in pain as the entire building went silent.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A to Z Sports / October 23

National college football analyst predicts the final score of Tennessee Vols vs Kentucky Wildcats

The Tennessee Vols will head to Lexington this weekend for a road matchup against the Kentucky Wildcats. Tennessee is coming off a 37-20 loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa while Kentucky's most recent game was a 16-13 overtime loss at home to the Texas Longhorns.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A to Z Sports / October 23

Vols cornerback Jermod McCoy is out for Tennessee's game against Kentucky; When will fans see him play in 2025?

Tennessee Vols cornerback Jermod McCoy, a projected first round pick in next spring's NFL Draft, has yet to make his debut this season. McCoy is still recovering from the torn ACL he suffered in early January.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 22

Who will be the offensive spark plug off the bench for the Kentucky Wildcats?

This season, many have compared Mark Pope's Kentucky team to Noah's Ark since he has two of everything. This is good for the Wildcats because it means there should be some firepower off the bench.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 22

Three Kentucky Wildcats with the most to prove in the exhibition vs. #1 Purdue

When the Kentucky Wildcats take on the Purdue Boilermakers on Friday, this will be the Kentucky debut for a lot of players. This team seems to have great chemistry, but they will put it to the test on Friday against the best team in college basketball.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Kentucky Wildcats offensive coordinator makes it clear how he feels about Tennessee Vols defensive coordinator Tim Banks

The Tennessee Vols' defense hasn't been nearly as dominant this season as it was in the past two years. In 2023, the Volunteers finished with the No. 23 scoring defense in the nation.

NBA News / Sporting News / October 22

Kentucky Wildcats have 27 former players in the NBA this season, beating out Duke Blue Devils

UK is everywhere.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 21

#9 Kentucky can make a massive statement with a win over #1 Purdue on Friday

Friday is a big day for the Kentucky Wildcats as they are set to host the Purdue Boilermakers in Rupp Arena for an exhibition game. Purdue, of course, is the #1 team heading into the season and the team many believe is going to win the national title.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 21

Where is Mark Pope ranked among college basketball coaches heading into the 2025-26 season?

It didn't take long for Big Blue Nation to fully buy into Mark Pope as the head coach of the Kentucky basketball program. In year one of his tenure in Lexington, Pope took a team that he threw together in a month all the way to the Sweet 16 despite having multiple crucial players injured.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 20