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Grateful for the win, not the performance: Stoops demands improvement after Kentucky's opener

Kentucky Football is 1-0, but Coach Mark Stoops wasn't satisfied. Get his breakdown on the 'ugly' 24-16 win, the Calzada-Boley QB situation, and what needs to improve before Week 2.

Aug 30, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops discusses a play with a referee during the first quarter against the Toledo Rockets at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Kentucky Football is 1-0, but Mark Stoops says the real work starts now after an 'ugly' win over Toledo.