Michigan State AD J Batt considered for Kentucky position amid fan reactions

Michigan State athletic director J Batt has emerged as a leading candidate for the same position at Kentucky, according to reports. Fans and media have reacted on social media to the potential departure, which would come after Batt's brief one-year tenure at Michigan State, initiated in June 2025. During his time, he made key decisions, including hiring head football coach Pat Fitzgerald and firing Jonathan Smith. The news of Batt's possible exit follows the recent departure of Michigan State's president, Kevin Guskiewicz, to Clemson, prompting concern about the leadership stability within the Spartans' athletic department.

• 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Fans, media react to reported MSU AD J Batt potential departure for Kentucky