As we continue to get the month of October rolling, Kentucky started it off with an epic 17-point comeback on the road at South Carolina, a game that ended in a game-winning two-point conversion pass to wide open Willie Rodriguez in overtime.
Big Blue Nation has been waiting for the start of the 2026 football season, and it is officially game week. Year one of the Will Stein era is going to get kicked off on Saturday as the Youngstown State Penguins are coming to town.
It’s official: the Kentucky Wildcats are bringing back star tight end Willie Rodriguez, a vital part of the offense in Will Stein’s debut season. Keeping the Kentucky native at home is a major win for Stein and his staff.
Will Stein and the new Kentucky football staff have been laser-focused on bringing in players from the transfer portal, and in return, many players have left the program.
The Florida Gators, aiming to secure a bowl appearance, face a Kentucky team with less overall talent but two X-factors in tight ends Josh Kattus and Willie Rodriguez.