Kentucky Wildcats: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 13

Jon Rothstein names the X-Factor for Mark Pope's Kentucky Wildcats

Basketball season is right around the corner for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats. The first exhibition game of the season for the Wildcats is coming up this Friday, and it will be the first opportunity for Big Blue Nation to see this year's team against outside competition.

Kenny Minchey News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 13

Kenny Minchey's former coach is not surprised to see him having success

Kenny Minchey has progressed well this season and that hasn't been more evident than it is right now. After strruggling against Alabama, the first-year starting quarterback has really turned the corner.

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

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 12

Where is Kentucky basketball ranked in the SEC preseason Poll?

Basketball season is right around the corner. Kentucky's Big Blue Madness was over a week ago and its annual Pro Day event was last Tuesday. Ahead of the first exhibition game, we have SEC Media Days this week down in Birmingham, where Mark Pope will speak at the podium and select players will be available to interview.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13

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.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 11

SEC Forces Kentucky to Pay LSU $500,000 After Saturday's Upset Win

Kentucky pulled off one of the defining upsets of a crazy college football weekend by taking down LSU, so naturally the Wildcat faithful were in the mood to celebrate.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 11

Kentucky soars into the top 15 of the AP Poll rankings

The Kentucky Wildcats picked a historic win against #10 LSU in Kroger Field on Saturday, recreating the magical win over the Tigers back in 2007 when LSU was ranked as the best team in the country.

Kenny Minchey News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 11

Kenny Minchey details his game-winning play against LSU

For a second-straight week, Kentucky football walked it off to get a one-point win off of a two-point conversion in onvertime. It's the kind of sequence that fans dream of and it happened in Kroger Field as Kentucky upset #10 LSU in what felt like back-and-forth punches thrown in regulation.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 11

Will Stein Turned Preseason Bravado into Kentucky’s New Reality

When Will Stein stood at the podium during the SEC Football Media Days in Tampa, he was a 36-year-old first-time head coach in charge of a program that had never earned the privilege to show preseason bravado.

Kentucky Wildcats 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 / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 9

Kentucky is hosting a four-star big man on an official visit

Kentucky basketball had had no shortage of visitors lately, including top prospects CJ Rosser, Paul Osaruyi, Demarcus Henry, and DJ Okoth, but more are on the way soon, including Cherif Millogo, who is making a surprise official visit to Lexington as he was spotted on Friday at Keeneland.

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.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 8

Will Stein wants to replicate his team's road success in Kroger Field

So far under Will Stein, his biggest wins as the head coach of Kentucky football have come on the road, with big wins over top 10 Texas A&M in Week Four and a 17-point comeback win at South Carolina this past week.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / October 9

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

Head coach Will Stein was pretty clear with his Kentucky Wildcats team after they beat the South Carolina Gamecocks.

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Shane Beamer News / Yardbarker / October 3

No. 24 Kentucky pulls off historic road comeback vs. South Carolina

The Shane Beamer era at South Carolina may have officially come to an end on Saturday night at Williams-Brice Stadium.

Will Stein seemingly throws shade at Kentucky’s defense after a wild comeback win

South Carolina beginning to prepare for life after LaNorris Sellers

Eli Drinkwitz, No. 25 Missouri silence doubters with blowout win over No. 8 Florida

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan have a lot to figure out after loss to Minnesota

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / Stadium Rant / October 2

Kentucky Vs. South Carolina: Key Matchups, Stats And Prediction

Kentucky vs. South Carolina is the next major test for Will Stein as SEC play continues. After a strong start to the season and a statement SEC road win over the Texas A&M Aggies, the Kentucky Wildcats enter the matchup with confidence and plenty of momentum.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 26

Kentucky Keeps Rolling With 45-21 Win Over South Alabama!

The Kentucky Wildcats are continuing to build momentum. After pulling off a huge road upset over No. 9 Texas A&M last weekend, Kentucky returned home Saturday and handled business against South Alabama, winning 45-21 at Kroger Field.

CJ Baxter News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Kentucky RB CJ Baxter's Emotional Comeback Reaches Special Milestone After Years of Injuries

CJ Baxter was supposed to become one of college football’s next great running backs years ago. His body had other plans. Baxter arrived at Texas as one of the country’s most highly regarded running back recruits and immediately showed why.

College Football News / College Football News / September 24

Kentucky vs South Alabama Prediction: Just How Good Are the Wildcats?

How was your week? Just when it seemed like Kentucky (2-1) was in for a true rebuild campaign under new head coach Will Stein, it went into College Station and left with a dominant 31-21 win over Texas A&M.

Kentucky Wildcats News / EssentiallySports / September 23

Texas A&M Fan Arrested After Urinating on Kentucky Fan Following Aggies’ Upset

College football has always been known for its fierce rivalries and wild post-game energy, but a recent incident in College Station just set a bizarre new benchmark for game-day absurdity.

CJ Baxter News / Yardbarker / September 21

Kentucky RB CJ Baxter deserves his moment after big win over Texas A&M

The Kentucky Wildcats have to feel great about the start of the Will Stein era.

Kentucky stuns No. 9 Texas A&M with 21-point third quarter

Texas A&M Aggies get more tough news after loss to Kentucky

Weekly Syllabus: Six AP-ranked games, marquee G6 showdown on tap in high-stakes CFB Week 4

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Keelon Russell News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Kentucky coach has wild suggestions for fans ahead of Alabama game

First-year Kentucky head coach Will Stein didn’t ask for polite applause Saturday. He requested flasks, four-letter words and a crowd hoarse enough to call in sick Monday.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 8