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It might be a bye week for Kentucky football, but basketball is stealing the headlines in Lexington. The Field of 68 crew — Jeff Goodman and Rob Dauster — spent a full day with the Wildcats on Tuesday, giving Big Blue Nation a rare, behind-the-scenes look at Mark Pope’s second Kentucky team. From a two-hour live broadcast inside the Joe Craft Center to candid conversations on Sources Say with Jack Pilgrim, there were plenty of takeaways. Injury Updates: Jayden Quaintance & Otega Oweh The biggest storyline this offseason has been Jayden Quaintance’s recovery from ACL surgery. The projected lottery pick…
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released wide receiver Rakim Jarrett from their practice squad, the team announced Tuesday. His departure follows the signing of veteran wideout Isaiah Hodgins, who brings more size and experience to the receiver room. Jarrett, 23, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of Maryland in 2023, joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he stuck for two seasons. A former five-star recruit, he showcased his explosiveness in college, especially during his sophomore year when he posted over 800 yards and five touchdowns. Despite flashing potential, Jarrett never gained much traction in the league. He logged…
It looks like Kentucky may be on the outside looking in for one of the state’s top basketball prospects. Five-star point guard Tay Kinney, a native of Newport (KY) and member of the 2026 class, is now widely expected to pick Kansas when he announces his college choice later this month. According to Joe Tipton of Rivals, Kinney is currently projected at a 60% confidence level to commit to the Jayhawks, marking a big shift in momentum away from Kentucky and Louisville. Kinney, who plays at Overtime Elite in Atlanta, has been one of the most heavily recruited players in…
Kentucky guard Otega Oweh gave an update this week that had fans holding their breath but ultimately brought relief. The junior guard revealed that a turf toe injury sidelined him for about four weeks over the summer, though he’s now well into the recovery process. The first sign of trouble came when Oweh was spotted in a walking boot. Reports later confirmed it was a minor toe injury suffered in practice. Speaking on the situation, Oweh explained: > “I had turf toe. I’ve been out for like four weeks, so now I’m like two weeks in for me to get…
Mark Pope and Kentucky are wasting no time in staking their claim on the nation’s top underclassmen. The Wildcats have officially widened their 2027 recruiting board, extending fresh scholarship offers to several of the most highly touted prospects in the country. One of the latest names to emerge is Beckham Black, a four-star shooting guard from Duncanville, Texas, now suiting up at Southeastern Prep in Florida. The 6-foot-2, 160-pound guard had been in steady contact with Kentucky since June 15, but his recruitment took a major turn this week. Black officially received his Kentucky offer after Pope made a personal…
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)…