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Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky Wildcats running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) waits to warm up before the UK football spring game on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Chris Rodriguez Jr. arrested by campus police on Sunday

Cole Parke May 8, 2022

Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. was arrested by UK campus police for driving under the influence and reckless driving on Sunday.Along with the charges on his arrest records, Rodriguez also received...

JuTahn McClain (17) runs through a drill during fall camp on Kentuckys practice field on Aug. 10, 2021.

JuTahn McClain excited for extended role

Barkley Truax August 10, 2021

Chris Rodriguez Jr. isn’t the only running back to keep an eye on in Kentucky’s backfield this season.Sophomore Jutahn McClain is expected to obtain a featured role in Kentucky’s new-look offense...

Chris Rodriguez Jr. poses for a photo during the UK football media day on Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Chris Rodriguez Jr.: From almost quitting to leading the charge

Barkley Truax August 6, 2021

It’s been one heck of an off-season for Chris Rodriguez Jr. From the Doak Walker Award list, to a nominee for the CFPA Performer of the Year Award, to being a preseason All-SEC selection, Kentucky's...

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops has Gatorade dumped on him after the University of Kentucky vs. North Carolina State TaxSlayer Gator Bowl game on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. Kentucky won 23-21. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

“I’m Home”: Wan’Dale Robinson transfers to Kentucky

Braden Ramsey January 15, 2021

Vince Marrow may have missed out on former top Commonwealth recruit Wan’Dale Robinson when he was coming out of high school in 2019, but in the end, the “Big Dog” has gotten his man.Friday morning,...

Kentucky wide receiver Allen Dailey Jr. (89) catches the ball for a touch down in the end zone during a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020.Image obtained from SEC Media Portal - 101720_Tenn_Ky_GameAction1902

As Kentucky discovers its Identity, Players are Finding their Roles

Barkley Truax October 20, 2020

As has become tradition under Mark Stoops, Kentucky has a highly touted offensive line and a top rushing attack. The combination of the two when they’re playing at their peak is difficult to contain.The...

Bo Nix (10) passes the ball during the Auburn vs. LSU game on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Baton Rogue, LA.Photo is taken by Marie Lipski | Photo Editor at Auburn Plainsman. Image obtained from Auburn Plainsman.

Scouting report: Auburn

Hunter Shelton September 25, 2020

While the season is yet to kickoff for the SEC, Kentucky football already finds itself on the upswing, going from unranked to No. 23 in the latest AP poll. While that’s due in part to Big Ten teams getting...

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops holds up the Belk Bowl trophy after the Belk Bowl football game between Kentucky and Virginia Tech on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. UK won 37-30. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Kentucky lands Top Running Back in the State

Barkley Truax May 6, 2020

Kentucky has added another recruit for their 2021 class. This time, it's the top-ranked running back in the Commonwealth.La’vell Wright, the three-star running back from North Hardin, announced this...

Kentucky Wildcats running back AJ Rose (10) breaks free from a tackle during the UK vs Arkansas football game on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 24-20. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

AJ Rose and Kavosiey Smoke have balanced game against Arkansas

Mohammad Ahmad October 13, 2019

Kentucky Football running backs AJ Rose and Kavosiey Smoke come together like yin and yang.Rose is the yin: He’s gets the most carries, and, at times, the shining attention. Then you have Smoke as the...

Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. (1) at open practice on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019, at the Joe Craft Football Training Facility in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

UK football practice report: September 24

September 24, 2019

Two losses in a row, SEC losses nonetheless, make for a victory-hungry UK football team. The Wildcats met with media members Tuesday evening after practice to discuss all things South Carolina and what...

Kentucky wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. runs the ball during the game against Eastern Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 38-17. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Stoops says Cats have to “play smarter” after win over Eastern Michigan

Mohammad Ahmad September 8, 2019

“They played hard tonight. Just got to play smarter and eliminate some of the foolishness with unforced errors.”That’s what UK football head coach Mark Stoops said after his team’s 38-17 win over...

Freshman Bryce Oliver catches a touchdown pass during the game against Toledo on Saturday, August 31, 2019 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 38-24. Photo by Chase Phillips | Staff

UK football to create problems with wide receiver, running back depth

Erika Bonner August 31, 2019

While Kentucky’s secondary might be spread a little thin towards the beginning of its schedule, the Wildcats should have no such problem on the opposite side of the ball. In the season opener against...

Kentucky and Georgia football battle for the SEC East title on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Game-by-game preview for the 2019 football season

Erika Bonner August 30, 2019

Week 1: Toledo RocketsDate: 8/31Kickoff: NoonLocation: Lexington, KyIn week one of the long-awaited 2019 football season, the Kentucky Wildcats will face-off against the Toledo Rockets, one of their two...

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