The path ahead is not a clear on, no matter which way they choose to go.
Kentucky football has reached its most decisive fork in the road since the end of the Joker Phillips era. And funnily enough that came after a 40-0 beatdown by Vandy, this was a 41-0 beatdown by Louisville.
Mark Stoops says there is "zero percent" chance he leaves. Mitch Barnhart has publicly indicated he won't make major moves. And yet, the reality on the ground is catastrophic.