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Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 5
Three takeaways from the first game of the Will Stein era at Kentucky

Three takeaways from the first game of the Will Stein era at Kentucky

The Will Stein era is here and it finally kicked off on Saturday after what felt like a long offseason filled with anticipation. Kentucky welcomed the Youngstown State Penguins into Kroger Field and put all of the talk over the offseason into action on Saturday before the big challenge with Alabama comes in week 2.

Alex Afari News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 5
Alex Afari is officially on Kentucky's roster for the 2026 season

Alex Afari is officially on Kentucky's roster for the 2026 season

We now have some official clarity on Alex Afari’s status. Following a long process in court to become eligible, Afari was ruled eligible for a fifth year on Wednesday before the NCAA’s appeal was denied on Friday, allowing him to officially be able to suit up for the Wildcats this season.

Milan Momcilovic News / Busting Brackets / September 5
Milan Momcilovic’s finger injury gives Kentucky rare reason for relief

Milan Momcilovic’s finger injury gives Kentucky rare reason for relief

Kentucky heard the words “shooting hand” and “broken finger” in the same injury report. That normally leads directly to panic. Further testing delivered a much better diagnosis for Milan Momcilovic.

CJ Baxter News / TWSN / September 4
CJ Baxter Has a Golden Opportunity to Seize Kentucky’s Backfield

CJ Baxter Has a Golden Opportunity to Seize Kentucky’s Backfield

As Kentucky gets set to open the Will Stein era, they will have to do so with already having to make a major adjustment on offense. It has been announced before their Week 1 game against Youngstown State that Oklahoma transfer running back Jovantae Brown has been ruled out.

Nic Anderson News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 3
Kentucky coach Will Stein shares which WR is the fastest and his answer will excite BBN

Kentucky coach Will Stein shares which WR is the fastest and his answer will excite BBN

Big Blue Nation is very excited to see the Kentucky offense under head coach Will Stein and offensive coordinator Joe Sloan. There are some question marks about this offense, and one of the big ones is the wide receiver room.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 3
Will Stein's comments on high school recruiting should please Kentucky fans

Will Stein's comments on high school recruiting should please Kentucky fans

Kentucky head coach Will Stein didn't have long to assemble his first roster as the new coach of the Wildcats. He had two weeks in January to work with the transfer portal all while still coaching the Oregon Ducks in their playoff run.

John Calipari News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 2
Kentucky's 2012 National Title team and 2015's 38-1 team are being disrespected

Kentucky's 2012 National Title team and 2015's 38-1 team are being disrespected

The John Calipari era in Lexington came to an interesting end with the Hall of Fame coach leaving for Arkansas, but early in his tenure in Lexington, Calipari did some incredible things.

Alex Afari News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 2
Kentucky is waiting for more confirmation before playing Alex Afari

Kentucky is waiting for more confirmation before playing Alex Afari

On Wednesday, Kentucky received some great news that Alex Afari has been granted a fifth year of eligibility following a TRO in the court case in Kentucky that involved around two dozen other plaintiffs.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 2
A 2027 top 10 prospect has set an official visit to Kentucky

A 2027 top 10 prospect has set an official visit to Kentucky

It’s official visit season for recruits around the country. Kentucky already has a few coming up over the next few months and another has been added. Big Blue Madness is just around the corner on Oct.

Mark Mitchell News / Busting Brackets / September 2
Kentucky’s Mark Mitchell miss creates a much harder final-roster decision

Kentucky’s Mark Mitchell miss creates a much harder final-roster decision

Kentucky thought it had solved its final significant roster problem when Mark Mitchell committed to the Wildcats. Nine days later, Mitchell reenrolled at Missouri.

Mark Mitchell News / Yardbarker / August 31
Mark Mitchell's decision a huge turn of events for Missouri Tigers

Mark Mitchell's decision a huge turn of events for Missouri Tigers

Mark Mitchell is sticking with the Missouri Tigers.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / Viral Sports News / August 22
Former Kentucky Wildcats Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Kentucky Wildcats Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

The Jacksonville Jaguars terminated the contract of former University of Kentucky defensive tackle Quinton Bohanna on Thursday, ending a brief stint that began when the 27-year-old signed during organized team activities in June.

Will Stein Offense: Why Kenny Minchey Could Unlock Kentucky Football

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.

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