Former Wildcats react to Mark Stoops' departure from Kentucky

Mark Stoops‘ departure was necessary, but that doesn’t make it easy on anyone involved, remembering all of the moments that helped make him the winningest coach in Kentucky football history and the people who contributed to those victories.

Those players are now sharing their thoughts on the Wildcats’ decision to part ways with the 13-year coach, the overwhelming consensus being sadness and gratitude.

It starts with those who were with Stoops from day one, all the way through today with the guys still in that building with him. Take a look at the running list of player reactions following the massive news out of Lexington:

Mike Edwards

Lynn Bowden

You gave me the opportunity to play for my home…