Kentucky football faces key games under new coach Will Stein
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Kentucky football, under first-year head coach Will Stein, aims for postseason eligibility after not reaching a bowl game since 2023. With the SEC preseason poll predicting a last-place finish, the Wildcats face a tough schedule, including games against Alabama, Texas A&M, and Oklahoma. The five most critical games include a rivalry matchup against Louisville on November 28 and a showdown with Florida on November 14. Stein's success will largely depend on how the team performs against these formidable opponents and if they can secure wins in key contests down the stretch.
- •Kentucky has not reached a bowl game since 2023.
- •SEC preseason poll predicts Kentucky to finish 14th out of 16 teams.
- •Key games include matchups against Alabama, Texas A&M, Oklahoma, and Louisville.
- •Stein takes over after successful tenure as Oregon's offensive coordinator.
- •Kentucky faces a challenging schedule early in the season.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Will Stein's first Kentucky football season hinges on these 5 games
"Can Kentucky football return to a bowl for the first time since 2023 under new coach Will Stein? Here are five crucial games for the 2026 Wildcats.
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