J Batt confirms commitment to UK amid buyout complications
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 10:16 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
J Batt is expected to join the University of Kentucky as athletic director despite potential buyout issues. Originally, his buyout from Michigan State was set at $2.5 million due to contract adjustments. However, following the decision of Michigan State president Kevin Guskiewicz to remain, sources suggest the buyout may revert to $5 million. Batt has expressed a strong commitment to UK, with UK president Eli Capilouto confirming ongoing discussions about his start date. Batt's contract with Kentucky spans six years and is valued at nearly $18 million.
- •J Batt is leaving Michigan State for UK as athletic director.
- •Buyout may increase to $5 million due to Guskiewicz's decision.
- •Eli Capilouto confirms Batt's commitment to Kentucky.
- •Batt's contract is for six years, valued at nearly $18 million.
- 10:16 PMYahoo Sports — J Batt remains committed to UK following Michigan State president changeup
"Batt is still coming to Lexington, but it may be with a bigger buyout.
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