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Takeaways from Kentucky's heartbreaking overtime loss to Texas

Kentucky football was back in Kroger Field for the first time in over a month looking for their first SEC win in over a full calendar year. It was a very eventful one, a game that didn't see a lot of points, was down to the wire in overtime, there first game in extras since Ole Miss in 2020.

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Mark Pope is confident in Kentucky's athleticism this season

Last year, Kentucky's defense was a glaring weakness. In particular, it was their on-ball defense that was sub-par, as they did not do a very good job of staying in front of their man and handling athletic players that can attack the rim at will.

Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 17

Mark Pope provided an injury update on Jaland Lowe's shoulder

Kentucky fans were gasping when Jaland Lowe hit the floor after colliding with Otega Oweh. Lowe was down in pain after landing on his shoulder, but appeared to have popped his shoulder back in place.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 17

Takeaways from Kentucky's annual Blue-White scrimmage

Kentucky basketball held their Blue-White scrimmage at Historic Memorial Coliseum on Friday night, where fans were able to get a longer glimpse of their team in action.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 17

Kentucky basketball fans should not be apologetic about how much money was spent on the roster

There have been reports all offseason that the Kentucky Wildcats spent a ton of money on their 2025-26 roster, but nothing concrete had been announced.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 16

Three reasons Kentucky basketball will win the NCAA Tournament

The Kentucky Wildcats will head into the 2025-26 college basketball season as the #9 team in college basketball, so Mark Pope has a team capable of winning it all.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 16

CBS Sports lists Kentucky basketball's biggest strength and weakness

Kentucky is set to get things started with an exhibition against the nation's number one team, Purdue. Talking season is almost over, and Big Blue Nation is fired up to see Mark Pope's team take the floor.

Brandon Garrison News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 16

Mark Pope is confident in Brandon Garrison, Malachi Moreno heading into the season

With star big man Jayden Quaintance sidelined heading into the season, Kentucky will need Brandon Garrison and Malachi Moreno to step up and provide quality minutes down low as he continues to work his way back onto the court.

Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 15

Kentucky star Otega Oweh shares which two Wildcats have surprised him the most

The star player for this Kentucky basketball team is going to be Otega Oweh, and he was just selected as the preseason SEC Player of the Year. Oweh seemed like a leader on the team last season, but this year he has taken it to a new level, as it is clear that he is the leader on this basketball team.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 15

Mark Pope believes in Kentucky's shooting ability heading into the season

Last season, Kentucky had a surplus of shooters on the roster, including the extremely efficient Koby Brea, as well as Ansley Almonor, Trent Noah, Andrew Carr, and Jaxson Robinson.

Kentucky Wildcats News / New Baseball Media / October 15

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Kentucky

Things weren’t easy for the Kentucky Wildcats in 2025. One year after a 46-16 record and a berth in the College World Series, Kentucky went 31-26, yet snuck in thanks to a highly competitive slate during SEC play.

Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 14

Otega Oweh speaks about Kentucky's mission towards number nine at SEC Media Days

Understand the assignment. That was the slogan in Mark Pope's first year at Kentucky as the worked towards a National Championship with a roster that was put together in a month.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 14

National media member makes asinine take on Kentucky's Jayden Quaintance

The prized addition Mark Pope made in the transfer portal was bringing in Arizona State transfer Jayden Quaintance. Last season, as a true freshman for the Sun Devils, Quaintance averaged 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.6 blocks, and 1.5 assists per game.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 14