Will Stein makes Neyland debut as Kentucky faces Tennessee
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 10:07 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Kentucky head coach Will Stein is set to debut at Neyland Stadium in a matchup against Tennessee. This game is significant for the Stein family, as Will’s father, Matt Stein, contributed to a Kentucky victory at the same venue in 1984. The Wildcats enter with a strong history against the Volunteers, facing them as a top-10 team for the first time since 1977. The last meeting in 2022 saw Tennessee defeat Kentucky decisively. This renewed rivalry is underscored by family legacy and the Wildcats' performance in an ongoing SEC battle.
- •Will Stein is the first-year head coach for Kentucky.
- •Kentucky's last top-10 matchup against Tennessee was in 1977.
- •Matt Stein played for Kentucky in their 1984 victory over Tennessee.
- •Tennessee beat Kentucky 44-6 in their previous matchup in 2022.
- •Kentucky is aiming for a strong performance in a hostile environment.
- 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Will Stein’s Neyland debut brings Kentucky Football history full circle
"UK head coach Will Stein is connected to a classic 1984 victory.
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