Good morning, BBN!
Kentucky’s not exactly lighting up the national rankings right now, as expected.
In The Athletic’s ranking, the Cats fell to No. 65 among 136 FBS teams, and in CBS Sports’ list, they slid
to No. 63 after the bye week.
They’re still behind the six SEC foes they’re about to face; however, Florida could fall further soon.
Meanwhile, things look brighter in analytic metrics. In SP+, Kentucky checks in at No. 38, ahead of South Carolina at No. 50.
But ESPN’s FPI isn’t as kind: they rank UK last in the SEC at No. 43, and give them a 42 % chance of reaching six wins.
So what does this mean heading into the South Carolina game? Not much, as this isn’t surprising, but this could be a great opportunity to prove everyone wrong.
Beating a team ranked higher in FPI and conventional polls would be a statement win. It could build momentum and quiet critics, especially with a rough SEC stretch ahead. A loss, though, might start to cast doubt on whether this team can realistically push for a bowl or compete in conference play.
What do you think, will the Cats get the win?
Tweet of the Day
Quite the schedule, buckle up!
Headlines
SEC Announces 2026-29 Football Opponents – UK Athletics
A deeper dive into Kentucky’s schedule.
Cats Hope to Continue Rushing Success on Saturday – UK Athletics
Seth McGowan could be special.
Cobb, Prince Elected to Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame – UK Athletics
Well-deserved and frankly, it’s about time!
Good read for NFL fans.
Micah Parsons on sacking Dak Prescott: ‘It’s going to be painful’ – ESPN
Sure Micah, sure.
Ryder Cup opening ceremony moved to Wednesday because of weather forecast – NBC Sports
Hopefully the weather clears up!
Tough blow for the contending Oklahoma Sooners.
Guardians’ David Fry carted off after 99 mph pitch hits face – ESPN
Ouch.
Kentucky fans can relate…
Sources: Giants to bench QB Russell Wilson, start Jaxson Dart – ESPN
Time for former Ole Miss QB to get his shot.
