If it weren’t for the explosiveness of Barion Brown, Kentucky would have one of the worst statistical special teams units in the country.
The Wildcats have repeatedly shot themselves in the foot this season when it comes to the third phase, costing valuable points that have ultimately come back to bite the team in close contests. There was no greater example of that than when Kentucky blew the opportunity to knock off an undefeated Ole Miss squad in October. Kicker Matt Ruffolo missed a 39-yard field goal and an extra-point attempt.