No QB controversy as Stoops plans to start Barker if he’s healthy against Gamecocks
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune If all goes as planned, Drew Barker will be Kentucky’s starting quarterback when the…
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Keith Taylor: Backup QB Stephen Johnson steps in pocket, steers Kentucky to first win of season
After leading Kentucky to its first victory of the season, Stephen Johnson couldn’t sit still. He was back on his…
Keith Taylor: Stoops, Wildcats hope renewed focus leads to success against New Mexico State
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops hasn’t spent much time dwelling on New Mexico State this week. He’s more concerned with the…
Keith Taylor: Stoops keeping the faith, says winless Wildcats will get better as season progresses
Although two straight losses to open the season have been a disappointment, Kentucky football coach Mark Stoops hasn’t given up…
Keith Taylor: Stoops says Cats have ‘nowhere to run, hide’ following dismal showing at Florida
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops isn’t shying away from his team’s struggles. The Wildcats fell to 0-2 on the season following…
Swamp romp: Struggling Kentucky suffers 30th straight setback to Florida in SEC opener
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune If a crushing defeat to Southern Mississippi to open the season wasn’t enough, Kentucky…
Keith Taylor: Stoops says Cats have no regrets, ‘dig in’ ahead of SEC opener at Florida
Kentucky has moved past Southern Mississippi and is focused on Florida. Although a season-opening 44-35 loss to the Golden Eagles…
Jamie Vaught: Loss to Southern Miss another low for Cats, who don’t figure to get well against Gators
Disappointing. Embarrassing. Disgusting. Awful. Heartbroken. Horrible. Frustrated. That’s what the long-suffering Big Blue Nation is feeling like after witnessing the…
Keith Taylor: Loss to Eagles still lingers, Stoops says SEC opener at Florida not ‘make or break’ for Cats
It’s a loss that still lingers. Kentucky coach Mark Stoops said his feelings haven’t changed since his team’s 44-35 setback…
Keith Taylor: Past failures haunt Stoops, UK in season-opening loss to Southern Mississippi
A season of promise started with disappointment, leaving Kentucky coach Mark Stoops scrambling for answers following a 44-35 setback to…
Billy Reed: I’m no Charlie Brown, so stop with the promises, UK, and really show me something
University of Kentucky football fans, bless their Big Blue bleeding hearts, remind me of the classic Peanuts cartoon where Charlie…
Keith Taylor: Stoops expecting no surprises from Southern Miss in UK’s season opener
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops has an idea of what to expect when the Wildcats open the season Saturday at Commonwealth…
Keith Taylor: Wildcats seek to avoid costly letdowns down the stretch this season
During a break in practice earlier this week, Kentucky offensive coordinator Eddie Gran gathered around some of his offensive players…
Jamie Vaught: A gaze into the crystal ball reveals six wins, bowl appearance for Stoops’ Wildcats
It seems like it’s been forever since the football Wildcats have had a winning team. You would have to go…
Keith Taylor: Pieces are starting to come together for Stoops, Wildcats as fall camp nears close
Kentucky is three days away from preparing a game plan for its season-opener against Southern Mississippi. Until then, Kentucky coach…
Developing depth will be a top priority for Stoops, Cats going into final two weeks of fall camp
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune After completing the final scrimmage of fall workouts, the Kentucky coaching staff has a…
Loss of safety Darius West a ‘tough blow’ for UK; Stoops pleased with first scrimmage of fall
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Kentucky’s defense took a hit Saturday with the loss of defensive back Darius West….
Keith Taylor: Running short on time, UK’s junior class eager to make good on ‘changing the game’
Three years ago, they were learning the ropes. Now veterans, Kentucky’s recruiting class of 2014 wants to put their stamp…
Keith Taylor: Transfer Love a big influence to UK newcomer Kash Daniel, ready to showcase skills
Courtney Love has yet to play a game at the University of Kentucky but he’s already had a big influence…
Keith Taylor: Calm and confident, UK quarterback Drew Barker ready to guide pro-style offense
Drew Barker isn’t uptight going into fall camp. In fact, the Conner High School graduate has been “calm” and “confident”…
Annual free Wildcat Football Fan Day celebration set for Aug. 6, includes open practice
Kentucky football’s annual Fan Day has been set for Saturday, Aug. 6. The event will feature an autograph session with…
Game-changer: Kentucky’s new $45 million football training facility gives Wildcats competitive edge
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune In what is being hailed as a game-changer for the program, Kentucky unveiled its…