Kentucky Wildcats evaluate quarterback options behind starter Kenny Minchey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
With the Kentucky Wildcats' season opener against Youngstown State approaching, the team is assessing candidates for the backup quarterback position behind starter Kenny Minchey. JacQai Long is currently seen as the primary backup, having transferred from Marshall where he had limited playing time. Other contenders mentioned include Matt Ponatoski and Cal Wither, with offensive coordinator Joe Sloan praising Wither's recent practice performance. Head coach Will Stein aims to modernize the offense this season, hoping to improve upon previous years' results.
- •Kentucky opens the season against Youngstown State soon.
- •Kenny Minchey is established as the starting quarterback.
- •JacQai Long listed as the backup, with limited experience.
- •Matt Ponatoski and Cal Wither also in contention for backup role.
- •Offensive coordinator Joe Sloan commended Wither's recent practice.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: QB2 Battle Update
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