Here's what Kentucky football coach Mark Stoops had to say about the SEC schedule now including nine league games for each team beginning in 2026.

Here's what the new nine-game SEC schedule means for the future of the Kentucky football program. For Kentucky, keeping the Louisville rivalry is one of the most important things in the new format. This certainly gives Kentucky the opportunity to keep the rivalry going, one that means so, so much to both fanbases.

If Zach Calzada doesn't perform, UK may be shaping up for a drastic move at the conclusion of the 2025 season judging by FPI predictions.