Mark Stoops officially has 10 assistant coaches on his staff. The Kentucky defense has just as many unofficial coaches in 2022.
The Wildcats’ veteran-laden defense has propelled Brad White’s group to a point typically reserved for the final days of training camp. Kentucky’s defensive coordinator has installed more concepts and made more complex calls because he can rely on a number of experienced players to execute.
“This defensive unit has a chance to do something special, because we have a good mixture of old guys and young guys,” White said at UK football media day.