Kentucky football ranks among most underrated teams since 2014 per AP voters

Kentucky is identified as the 14th most underrated program in college football since 2014 according to a ranking by Brett McMurphy of On3 Sports. The methodology defines underrated programs as those that either start a season unranked and finish in the rankings or significantly outperform their preseason expectations. The Wildcats join Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Missouri, and Vanderbilt as SEC programs on the list. Head coach Will Stein enters his first season leading the team, which faces a challenging schedule characterized by ESPN as the fourth-hardest in the country. The program has integrated 45 new players into the roster this season. For the team, immediate goals include reaching bowl eligibility as they navigate the rigorous Southeastern Conference schedule.

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