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LEXINGTON, KY - The Kentucky Wildcats opened the 2026 season with a strong performance at Kroger Field, defeating Youngstown State 45-13 in Will Stein’s first game as head coach. Kentucky wasted no time getting started. The Wildcats scored touchdowns on their first two drives, both coming from running back CJ Baxter. The Texas transfer finished with 48 rushing yards and two touchdowns on nine carries. Quarterback Kenny Minchey also made an impressive debut. The Notre Dame tra

Big Blue Nation has plenty of former Wildcats to follow as the 2026 NFL season gets underway. From established stars to young players looking to make an impact, these five Kentucky products are worth keeping an eye on this season. 1. JOSH HINES-ALLEN - JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS Hines-Allen remains one of the biggest names from Kentucky in the NFL. The Jaguars edge rusher has already built a strong career in Jacksonville and continues to be a key part of the team’s defense. 2. WAN’

LEXINGTON, KY - The 2026 Kentucky football season is finally here, and Saturday will give Big Blue Nation its first look at the Wildcats under new head coach Will Stein. Kentucky welcomes Youngstown State to Kroger Field for the season opener at 1 p.m. The game also serves as the first home game of the Stein era. Stein takes over after spending the previous two seasons as Oregon’s offensive coordinator. He enters Lexington with a different approach and a roster that has plent

Indianapolis, IN - The Commonwealth is preparing for a major moment in Indianapolis. The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine will take place this week, February 26 through March 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium, bringing together the nation’s top draft prospects for one of the most important evaluations in football. Kentucky colleges will be well represented. From the University of Kentucky, six Wildcats earned invitations: Josh Braun (Offensive Line), Jager Burton (Offensive Line), Jalen Farmer