Mark Stoops on Roster Construction: "We did as good as we could."

Oct 16, 2021; Athens, Georgia, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops looks on from the sidelines during the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn ImagesKentucky got picked apart by the Tennessee offense. Even though it’s become an annual tradition in the one-sided rivalry, Mark Stoops attributed the porous performance to injuries in the secondary, where they allowed 396 yards and three touchdowns.

Of course, that did not tell the whole story. Stoops reiterated multiple times that he didn’t want to use injuries as an excuse. He also noted that Tennessee has some difference-makers, and their scheme stresses defenses. But, back…