The win-loss record tells part of the story, but it doesn't fully capture the depth of Kentucky football's regression since the highs of the 2021 season. A program that seemed to be on a steady upward trajectory under Mark Stoops has not only stalled but is actively moving backward. To understand the severity of the decline, you have to look past the final scores and dig into the numbers that define this new era of mediocrity.
Here are some of the most damning statistics that illustrate just how far Kentucky has fallen:
- Power Conference Futility: Perhaps the most alarming stat of all, Kentucky is just 3-15 in its last 18 games against Power Five opponents.