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It was always Calzada: Why Kentucky’s QB decision was the only move to make

Kentucky has officially named Zach Calzada its starting QB over fan-favorite Cutter Boley for Week 1. We break down why this was the only move Mark Stoops could make and what it means for the program's future.

Kentucky QB Zach Calzada (5) passes during practice at the Joe Craft football practice field in Lexington, Ky. on Aug. 1, 2025. | Sam Upshaw Jr./Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Mark Stoops makes the pragmatic choice at quarterback, naming the veteran transfer his starter. But for Big Blue Nation, all eyes are still on the future with Cutter Boley.