Shortly after Kentucky finished a ten-win season with a Citrus Bowl victory, the University of Georgia sought out the services of Eddie Gran. UK’s offensive coordinator was courted by the Bulldogs, but ultimately decided to remain with the Kentucky football team. For the first time, he explained why he stayed at UK.
“They offered the job,” he said after UK’s second spring practice. “It came down down to, I love this community. I love this administration, Dr. Capilouto and Mitch Barnhart. The guy that I work for is fantastic and I’ve become a part of this community. I love it.