A 30-yard catch by JJ Hester on the opening drive was overturned, but the real issue was Kentucky's slow pace, which gave officials time to review. A familiar problem costs the Cats.
Aug 30, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops waves to the fans at Cat Walk before the game against the Toledo Rockets at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images | Jordan Prather-Imagn ImagesBefore the season, the promise was clear: the Kentucky offense wanted to play with more tempo. Yet, on the very first drive of the new season against Toledo, a critical moment showed that old habits may die hard, costing the Wildcats a massive play before the offense…
