It’s here. The longest offseason in all of sports has run its course. Kentucky football opens the season as the nation’s 20th-ranked team. Preseason projections are sky-high before the Wildcats host Miami (Ohio) on Saturday night. Let’s get into this.
Miami is a favorite to reach the MAC championship game. The RedHawks are extremely well-coached and will test Kentucky in all three phases. But, Saturday will be more about Kentucky than its opponent. Expectations are colossal for Stoops’ squad. Predictions are largely based on quarterback Will Levis.