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Thursday, September 17, 2026
SEC Football: Kentucky Uniform Overhaul Not Coming Soon
Will Stein says a major Kentucky football uniform redesign, including a Power K revival, is years away due to apparel contract timelines. The Wildcats last refreshed their look in 2023, and history suggests the next overhaul may not arrive until 2028.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Nichols Expected Back for Kentucky at Texas A&M
Defensive back Terhyon Nichols is expected to return Saturday when Kentucky visits Texas A&M, a welcome boost for a Wildcats secondary facing a familiar foe in former UK assistant Jay Bateman.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Five-Star Guard Adan Diggs Sets Kentucky Visit
Top-five 2027 prospect Adan Diggs will take an official visit to Kentucky on Oct. 22-23, timed with the Wildcats' exhibition against Texas Tech, after visiting Arkansas Oct. 10-11. The 6-4 guard averaged 18.3 points on the EYBL circuit, though Arizona is widely viewed as the frontrunner.
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12:01 AM
SEC Football: Kentucky Ranks 15th in SEC in Reported Roster Spending
A study from The Athletic estimates Kentucky's 2026 roster spending at $23-26 million, 31st among 68 programs and second-to-last in the SEC ahead of only Arkansas. New AD J Batt's fundraising track record and Stein's Louisville outreach could grow the budget for 2027.
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12:01 AM
SEC Football: Harkless, Grayton Questionable for Kentucky at Texas A&M
Kentucky's first injury report lists defensive tackle Jamarrion Harkless and cornerback Grant Grayton as questionable, with reserve end Lincoln Watkins out. Texas A&M has running back Jamarion Morrow, edge Anto Saka and two receivers questionable.
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12:01 AM
SEC Football: Afari Cleared for Kentucky's Trip to Texas A&M
Will Stein says fifth-year linebacker Alex Afari will play Saturday at Texas A&M after logging just three snaps in Week 1 and sitting out the Alabama game. Afari's experience would boost a Kentucky defense tasked with containing Marcel Reed and Ruben Owens in College Station.
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
SEC Football: Nichols Cleared, Baxter Playing Through Hand Injury for Kentucky
Will Stein says defensive back Terhyon Nichols, a late scratch against Alabama, took every rep Monday and will play at Texas A&M, while running back CJ Baxter is taped up and practicing fully after dislocating a finger three times in Saturday's game.
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8:01 AM
SEC Football: Barnes Shaking Off Rust in Kentucky Backfield
Jovantae Barnes' three-carry, two-yard outing against Alabama came in his first action after nearly a year out, and Stein expects a full week of practice to help the veteran back add needed depth alongside Malachi Wood, who is healthy but still adjusting to game speed.
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8:01 AM
SEC Football: Kentucky Faces 16.5-Point Spread at Texas A&M
Coming off a 45-17 home loss to Alabama, Kentucky heads to Kyle Field as a 16.5-point underdog, with Stein pointing to containing dual-threat QB Marcel Reed and getting the ball out quickly against defensive lineman DJ Hicks as the keys to an upset.
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8:01 AM
SEC Football: Stein Takes Blame for Conservative Play-Calling
Will Stein says he, not coordinator Joe Sloan, held Kentucky's offense back at key moments in the loss to Alabama, and that the Wildcats must create more explosive plays. Kentucky heads to College Station as a 16.5-point underdog against No. 9 Texas A&M.
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12:00 AM
SEC Football: Baxter Cleared for Texas A&M Trip
Kentucky running back CJ Baxter is expected to play at No. 9 Texas A&M after a finger that repeatedly dislocated against Alabama limited him. Will Stein says Baxter took every practice rep Tuesday with the finger taped, a boost for a rushing attack that managed roughly two yards per carry versus the Tide.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2026
SEC Football: Stein Expects Nichols Back for Texas A&M Trip
Kentucky head coach Will Stein says cornerback Terhyon Nichols should return Saturday at No. 9 Texas A&M after a late scratch against Alabama. Nichols, who has 10 career pass breakups, has yet to play this season as the Cats face Stein's first road game.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Alabama Pulls Away From Kentucky in Second Half
Kentucky led Alabama 17-13 at halftime before the Tide scored 32 unanswered points in a 45-17 win. The Wildcats' offense managed just 209 total yards and converted 1 of 14 third downs, raising questions about their bowl chances.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Big Blue Madness Guest Anticipation Builds
Kentucky fans are speculating about who Mark Pope will bring to Big Blue Madness next month after his first two editions featured Rick Pitino in 2024 and John Wall in 2025, both of which drew huge reactions in Rupp Arena.
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Monday, September 14, 2026
SEC Football: Afari Sits vs. Alabama Amid Eligibility Fight
Kentucky held linebacker Alex Afari out of its 45-17 loss to No. 12 Alabama despite coach Will Stein saying he planned to increase Afari's workload, as the NCAA argues his Packers rookie minicamp appearance ended his amateur status in an ongoing eligibility case.
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8:01 PM
SEC Football: Wildcats Head to Texas A&M as Big Underdogs
Kentucky (1-1) hits the road for the first time this season Saturday at ranked Texas A&M, entering as a 16.5-point underdog with just a 6.5% win probability per ESPN's FPI. Kickoff is 3:30 PM ET on ESPN.
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SEC Football: Gadson Leads Nation's DTs in Week 2 Grades
Kentucky's Tavion Gadson earned the top defensive tackle grade in college football for Week 2 at 90.7, per Pro Football Network, and the Wildcats' defensive line ranked seventh nationally despite the loss to Alabama.
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
SEC Football: Wildcats Open as Big Underdogs in College Station
FanDuel lists Texas A&M as a 16.5-point favorite over Kentucky with the total set at 48.5. The Aggies also took the last meeting between the teams, a 20-14 win at Kyle Field in 2018.
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SEC Football: Kentucky Heads to No. 9 Texas A&M for First Road Test
Kentucky makes its first road trip of the season Saturday (3:30 PM ET, ESPN) against No. 9 Texas A&M at Kyle Field, just the fourth all-time meeting between the programs. The 2-0 Aggies bring one of the nation's stingiest defenses, allowing 20 total points and 76 rushing yards per game.
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SEC Football: Kentucky Visits No. 9 Texas A&M
Kentucky (1-1) travels to face No. 9 Texas A&M (2-0) on Sept. 19 at 3:30 p.m. EDT, giving the Wildcats an early chance at a statement road win in SEC play against a top-10 opponent.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Stein Sticks With Minchey Despite Rough Outing
Will Stein affirmed Kenny Minchey remains Kentucky's starting quarterback after the Notre Dame transfer went 18-of-31 for 146 yards with a touchdown, a pick-six and a lost fumble against Alabama. The Wildcats visit Texas A&M next Saturday.
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SEC Football: Wildcats Offense Stalls in Loss to Tide
Kentucky managed just 209 total yards against Alabama, including 57 in the second half while going 0-for-6 on third downs. A failed fake punt deep in Kentucky territory helped open the door for the Crimson Tide's second-half surge.
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SEC Football: Alabama Routs Kentucky 45-17 in Second-Half Blowout
Kentucky carried a 17-13 lead into halftime at Kroger Field, but Alabama scored 32 unanswered points after the break to win 45-17, handing Will Stein his first loss as Wildcats head coach.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Stein Takes Accountability After Alabama Defeat
Kentucky coach Will Stein apologized to fans for the second-half fade against Alabama, defended his failed fake-punt gamble, and voiced full confidence in QB Kenny Minchey ahead of a road trip to Texas A&M.
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12:00 AM
SEC Football: Kentucky Collapses Late in 45-17 Loss to Alabama
Kentucky held a 17-13 halftime lead over Alabama behind three first-half takeaways before the Crimson Tide outgained the Wildcats 226-57 after the break in a 45-17 win at a sold-out Kroger Field, spoiling Will Stein's SEC head coaching debut.
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
SEC Football: Kentucky Offense Collapses After Promising Start
Kentucky's offensive line surrendered four sacks and quarterback Kenny Minchey finished 18-of-31 for 146 yards with a touchdown, an interception, and a fumble in the loss to Alabama. The Wildcats now travel to face No. 10 Texas A&M in Stein's first road test.
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8:01 PM
SEC Football: Humphrey-Grace Shines in Kentucky's Losing Effort
Kentucky defensive lineman Mi'Quise Humphrey-Grace delivered a tipped pick-six, a forced fumble, a sack, and four tackles against Alabama. The Wildcat defense forced three turnovers and held the Tide without an offensive touchdown until late in the third quarter.
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8:01 PM
SEC Football: Alabama Pulls Away From Kentucky 45-17
Kentucky led Alabama 17-13 at halftime before the Crimson Tide erupted for 32 unanswered points in a 45-17 win at Kroger Field, handing Will Stein his first loss as head coach. The Wildcats managed just 62 second-half yards and went 1-for-14 on third down.
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8:01 PM
SEC Football: Kentucky Hosts Kellan Hall and Other Targets for Alabama Game
Kentucky is using the Alabama matchup as a recruiting showcase, with Kellan Hall among several high-profile prospects expected on campus for the game.
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SEC Football: Minchey and Russell Make First SEC Starts in Lexington
Both quarterbacks enter Saturday with one career start apiece — Kentucky's Kenny Minchey after a Week 1 win over Youngstown State and Alabama's Keelon Russell making his first road and conference start under third-year coach Kalen DeBoer.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Starting OL Michael Carroll Out for Alabama Game
Kentucky will be without starting offensive lineman Michael Carroll against Alabama, thinning protection for Kenny Minchey as he faces an SEC defense for the first time.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Kentucky Hosts No. 12 Alabama as Double-Digit Underdog
Kentucky welcomes No. 12 Alabama to Lexington Saturday at 3:30 PM ET on ABC, with the Wildcats listed at +10.5. It marks Will Stein's first major test as head coach, and UK has not beaten the Tide in nearly three decades.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Stein Details Kentucky's Pro-Style Approach
Kentucky head coach Will Stein appeared on SEC Nation to explain his offensive philosophy, describing a pro-style scheme tailored to the Wildcats' personnel as the foundation for attacking opposing defenses.
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12:00 PM
SEC Football: Rodriguez Lands on Witten Award Watchlist
Kentucky tight end Willie Rodriguez earns a spot on the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year watchlist, an honor recognizing leadership and character among college football players.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Wildcats Zero In on Turnovers Against Tide
Kentucky's defensive game plan centers on generating takeaways and containing Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, a player Stein already knows well from prior recruiting and scouting. The Tide's creative offensive scheme is expected to stress the Wildcats' defense in Week 2.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Kentucky Hosts No. 12 Alabama in Stein's First SEC Test
Kentucky welcomes 12th-ranked Alabama to Kroger Field at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC, giving first-year head coach Will Stein his first SEC game. Both teams enter 1-0 after Week 1 blowouts — the Wildcats over Youngstown State 45-13 and the Tide over East Carolina 48-10.
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Friday, September 11, 2026
SEC Football: SEC Nation Expects Kentucky to Push Alabama
SEC Nation analysts Chase Daniel and Matt Barrie see Kentucky as a live threat in Week 2, pointing to Will Stein's NFL-style play designs and the energy he has brought to the program while questioning Alabama's ground game.
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8:00 PM
SEC Basketball: Kentucky Gets Four Players Back for Alabama
Kentucky welcomes back Jovante Barnes, Malachi Wood, Terhyon Nichols and Hasaan Sykes after all four sat out the opener against Youngstown State, giving Will Stein nearly a full roster for his first shot at a signature win against the Tide.
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SEC Football: Alabama Down Starting OL Carroll at Kentucky
Alabama will be without starting offensive lineman Michael Carroll, downgraded from doubtful to out, and receiver Noah Rogers for a second straight week as the Tide visit Kroger Field in Week 2 with Keelon Russell making his first road start.
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SEC Football: Kentucky Secondary Gets Reinforcements for Alabama
Starting cornerbacks Terhyon Nichols and Hasaan Sykes return for Kentucky after missing the opener, facing an Alabama receiving corps led by Ryan Coleman-Williams. The Wildcat defense will also see Tide QB Keelon Russell making his first road SEC start.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Wildcats 10.5-Point Underdogs vs. Tide
FanDuel lists Kentucky as a 10.5-point home underdog against Alabama with a 48.5-point total, and ESPN gives the Wildcats a 15.4% upset chance. Scattered storms and a 52% chance of rain are forecast at kickoff in Lexington.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Kentucky Hosts Alabama in Stein's First Major Test
Kentucky welcomes Alabama to Kroger Field Saturday at 3:30 PM ET on ABC in just the second game of Will Stein's head-coaching tenure. The Wildcats have beaten the Crimson Tide only twice in program history, most recently in 1997.
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4:00 PM
SEC Football: Analysts Cool on Kentucky's Offseason
The Field of 68's Rob Dauster and Jeff Goodman graded Kentucky's offseason a B- and C+, respectively, questioning whether the Wildcats have enough scoring beyond Momcilovic. A loaded non-conference slate should quickly reveal where Pope's third team stands.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Vitale Puts Kentucky on Notice
Dick Vitale lists Kentucky among his top storylines for 2026-27, saying Mark Pope's Wildcats must contend for the SEC title rather than settle for moral victories. Iowa State transfer Milan Momcilovic and returning big man Malachi Moreno headline a deeper, tougher roster.
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8:00 AM
SEC Football: Storms Threaten Kentucky-Alabama Showdown
Kentucky hosts No. 12 Alabama Saturday afternoon at Kroger Field with thunderstorms in the forecast, raising the possibility of a sloppy field and lightning delays. The Wildcats, under first-year coach Will Stein, enter off a 45-13 win over Youngstown State.
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Thursday, September 10, 2026
SEC Football: Tide O-Line Thin for Kentucky Trip
Alabama starting offensive lineman Michael Carroll remains doubtful for Saturday's road game at Kentucky, and wide receiver Noah Rogers will not play. Losing Carroll would leave the Crimson Tide short up front in their first trip away from home this season.
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8:00 PM
SEC Football: Wildcats Healthy Ahead of Alabama Visit
Kentucky's midweek injury report omitted Jovante Barnes, Teryhon Nichols, Hasaan Sykes and Malachi Wood, signaling all four are on track to play when Alabama comes to Kroger Field Saturday in Will Stein's second game as head coach. Backup offensive lineman Jay Clark has been ruled out.
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8:00 PM
SEC Football: J Batt Adds Another Revenue Stream at UK
The wireless deal is the latest revenue play from athletic director J Batt, arriving shortly after Kentucky's Heaven Hill bourbon partnership. Collegiate Mobile already runs similar programs at 16 schools, including Michigan, Oregon State and Washington.
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12:00 PM
SEC Football: Phone Bills Now Feed Kentucky Athletics
Kentucky Mobile routes as much as 7% of every subscriber's bill back to the school at no added cost, with customers choosing between athletics, student scholarships or campus programs. Subscribers also get access to gameday experiences and fan events.
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SEC Football: Kentucky Launches Its Own Wireless Service
Kentucky, UK Athletics and the UK Alumni Association have partnered with Collegiate Mobile on Kentucky Mobile, a branded phone plan running on T-Mobile's 5G network. It's live now, with tiers from $15/month for students to $45/month for alumni and fans.
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12:00 PM
SEC Football: Stein Calls for Record Crowd Noise vs. Alabama
Kentucky head coach Will Stein is urging fans to fill Kroger Field early and make Saturday night the loudest game in program history, hoping the crowd rattles Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell in his first career road start.
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SEC Football: Alabama Thin on Offense Heading to Lexington
Alabama lists wide receiver Noah Rogers as out for a second straight week and right guard Michael Carroll as doubtful against Kentucky, costing the Tide their most experienced offensive lineman and a transfer expected to be a central piece of the passing game.
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12:00 AM
SEC Football: Kentucky Gets Good Injury News Before Alabama
Running back Jovantae Barnes is off Kentucky's injury report ahead of Saturday's meeting with Alabama at Kroger Field, as are cornerbacks Terhyon Nichols and Hasaan Sykes and right tackle Malachi Wood, none of whom played in Week 1.
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12:00 AM
SEC Football: Kentucky Sweeps No. 18 North Carolina
Kentucky (6-1) handled No. 18 North Carolina 3-0 (25-11, 25-19, 25-18) in Lexington, with Morgan Gaerte posting 17 kills and 11 digs and Kassie O'Brien handing out 44 assists. It was the Wildcats' second straight top-20 win, and No. 8 SMU is next at the Paradise Invitational in Nassau on Saturday.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2026
SEC Football: Jaguars Stock Up on Kentucky Ties
Jacksonville has five Kentucky connections in the building, led by second-year head coach and former UK offensive coordinator Liam Coen, along with Josh Hines-Allen, Chris Rodriguez Jr., Eli Cox and scout Corey Peters.
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8:00 PM
SEC Football: Bills Lead NFL With Four Kentucky Products
Buffalo carries more former Wildcats than any other NFL team, with Ray Davis, Maxwell Hairston and Deone Walker on the active roster and undrafted receiver Ja'Mori Maclin landing on the practice squad.
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8:00 PM
SEC Football: 22 Former Wildcats on NFL Rosters for 2026
Kentucky has 22 former players attached to NFL teams entering the 2026 season, including 16 on active 53-man rosters, plus two more working in front-office jobs.
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SEC Football: Kentucky Floated as Kaufman-Renn Landing Spot
Kentucky appears among the projected fits for former Purdue standout Trey Kaufman-Renn should he be granted a sixth season of eligibility. The Wildcats would be competing with several other high-major programs for the veteran big man.
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4:00 PM
SEC Basketball: Cats Land in Early Bowl Projections
After a 45-13 season-opening rout of Youngstown State behind four Kenny Minchey touchdown passes, Kentucky turned up in Brett McMurphy's Week 2 bowl projections with a Gasparilla Bowl slot. It's the first national recognition of the Will Stein era.
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SEC Football: Kentucky Opens SEC Play Against Alabama
Kentucky hosts Alabama in its SEC opener with the Tide's retooled ground attack facing its first real test under Kalen DeBoer. The matchup gives first-year Kentucky coach Will Stein an early measuring stick against a ranked opponent.
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