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It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for another roundup of Steelers and AFC North news from around the web. Let’s dive in. Around the AFC North Browns – Shedeur Sanders rejecting Ravens adds to his growing lore (Dawgs by Nature) Bengals – Joe Burrow needs surgery, out at least three months (Cincy Jungle) Ravens – Kyle Van Noy may miss multiple games with hamstring injury (Baltimore Beatdown) And for Pittsburgh’s upcoming opponent: Patriots – Christian Gonzalez updates hamstring status, calling it “day by day” (Pats Pulpit) Steelers Headlines Cam Heyward: Defense Putting Out “Teach Tape” Clutch Points — After the…
Kentucky men’s basketball gave fans an inside look at Mark Pope’s second-year squad on Tuesday as the Field of 68 podcast network hosted nearly two hours of live coverage from practice in Lexington. The crew spoke with players and Pope himself while showing unfiltered practice footage — from shooting drills to scrimmages — providing Big Blue Nation with one of its best preseason glimpses yet. Year Two Under Mark Pope The tone around the program feels noticeably different this fall. Guard Collin Chandler highlighted the smoother transition compared to last year’s overhaul, saying the Wildcats are “locked in” without the…
Kentucky’s chances of keeping one of the state’s top stars close to home are fading fast. Five-star point guard Tay Kinney, a standout in the 2026 class from Newport (KY), is now widely expected to commit to Kansas. Recruiting insider Joe Tipton of Rivals logged a 60% confidence pick for the Jayhawks, signaling that momentum has shifted dramatically away from both Kentucky and Louisville. Once thought to be a near lock to stay in the Bluegrass, Kinney’s recent official visit to Kansas in late August appears to have been the turning point. Kinney, who plays his second season at Overtime…
Rookie running back Kaleb Johnson has already hit his first big bump in the NFL. On Tuesday, head coach Mike Tomlin announced that Johnson would no longer be returning kicks—for now. The question now is simple: if he isn’t handling special teams, will the Steelers even find a role for him? Johnson, a third-round pick out of Iowa, has barely touched the football in Pittsburgh’s first two games. His offensive usage has been almost nonexistent—just two touches for negative yardage. On special teams, things haven’t gone much better. In his debut, Johnson fumbled a kickoff return, though the Steelers recovered…
The buzz around Kentucky basketball is already building as the 2025-26 season draws closer. With high expectations, major storylines, and plenty of new faces, there’s no shortage of intrigue surrounding Mark Pope’s Wildcats. Here’s a breakdown of the latest updates, recruiting news, and preseason outlooks. 1. What Vegas Thinks About Kentucky’s Chances The Wildcats are still months away from tipping off, but the oddsmakers have spoken. Kentucky is firmly in the mix among the betting favorites to win it all, showing just how much respect Pope’s program has already earned on the national stage. (By Ben Roberts, Aug. 19, 2025)…
Kentucky head coach Mark Pope is right where he wants to be now, but just a few years ago, his career path nearly took a very different turn. During an appearance on KSR Tuesday morning, Jeff Goodman of The Field of 68 revealed that Pope was a serious candidate for the Arizona head coaching position back in 2021. At the time, Arizona had just parted ways with Sean Miller and was beginning its search for a new leader. The overwhelming favorite for the job was longtime Gonzaga assistant Tommy Lloyd, who ultimately got the position and continues to thrive with…
The Kentucky Wildcats opened their doors on Tuesday, giving fans a rare treat as the Field of 68 crew broadcast nearly two hours of live practice coverage from Lexington. The national podcast network spoke with players and head coach Mark Pope while showcasing a behind-the-scenes look at a team full of confidence just weeks before the new season tips off. Year Two Feels Different One of the key storylines was how much smoother things feel in Pope’s second year. Guard Collin Chandler noted the difference compared to last season, calling the team “locked in” now that the early transition hurdles…
The health of Otega Oweh has been one of the most closely watched topics in Kentucky basketball circles over the past several weeks. The sophomore guard, who transferred to Lexington this offseason and is expected to play a critical role for Mark Pope’s first Kentucky squad, missed the end of summer workouts with what was initially an undisclosed injury. On Tuesday, Oweh himself finally shed light on the issue. In an interview with Field of 68, Oweh revealed he is dealing with a turf toe injury, a painful condition that affects the ligaments around the big toe joint. It’s the…
If there’s one thing we know about Big Blue Nation, it’s that Kentucky fans never shy away from sharing their opinions. Whether it’s starting lineups, defensive schemes, or who should take the last shot, every member of BBN has a little “coach” inside them. Now, with Mark Pope entering Year 2 at the helm of Kentucky basketball, the noise is only getting louder. Last season, Pope earned the trust of fans by stabilizing the program and showing flashes of what his system could be. But Year 2 is where things get real — the roster is loaded with new talent,…
Year one of the Mark Pope era wasn’t just promising — it was electric. With a rebuilt roster and a brand-new culture, Pope reignited the fire in Lexington, leading the Kentucky Wildcats on a surprising and thrilling run to the Sweet 16. It was the perfect introduction. But now the story shifts. The bar has been raised, and the margin for error has shrunk. Pope proved he can win in the bluegrass, but the next challenge looms: can he build Kentucky into a championship-caliber program again? Heading into his second season, three burning questions will shape the Wildcats’ path from…