Over the past four weeks, the Kentucky Wildcats football program has been overshadowed by men’s basketball news. However, with spring ball now wrapped up, fans can get a clearer picture of what to expect from the team this fall.
In recent news, 247 Sports power-ranked each SEC football team, with Georgia claiming the top spot and new addition Texas ranking second in their inaugural season in the conference. Despite some disappointment that Kentucky was placed at number 12 in the rankings, there are positives to look forward to.
The team is expected to be one of the faster squads in the league thanks to players like Barion Brown and Dane Key. New offensive coordinator Bush Hamdan will play a key role in integrating first-year quarterback Brock Vandagriff with these speedsters, ultimately determining the team’s success.
Although Kentucky has lost key players like running back Ray Davis to the NFL, they are expected to excel in the trenches with a solid group of veteran players on the line. According to Brad Crawford from 247 Sports, Kentucky’s success in the upcoming season will heavily rely on Vandagriff’s performance and Hamdan’s impact as OC. The team is anticipated to dominate at the line of scrimmage with experienced players on both sides of the ball.
Kentucky’s season will kick off on Saturday, August 31st against Southern Miss at Kroger Field. Fans can read more about their outlook and what to expect from them in an upcoming article.
