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Green-dot Godfrey ready to lead Kentucky defense on Saturdays
- Linebacker Grant Godfrey will wear Kentucky's defensive green dot in 2026, allowing coordinator Jay Bateman to relay calls directly through a player trusted to communicate every defender's assignment.
- Godfrey's earlier opportunities were delayed by injuries and veterans ahead of him, but Kentucky's staff consistently praised his awareness and leadership through spring and fall camp and expects him to lead the defense in the opener.
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Sykes: Short Memory Key for Defensive Backs
- Kentucky defensive back Hasaan Sykes spoke to the media following Tuesday’s practice, and he sounded ready for the season to begin. “Every time we go into Kroger Field, I look around and I’m just amazed at the size of everything,” Sykes said. “So, I can’t wait.”
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CRAWFORD | After 2nd fall scrimmage, Will Stein says Kentucky looks like ‘a real SEC team’
- First-year Kentucky coach Will Stein positioned just behind his offense during the school's Blue-White scrimmage at Kroger Field.
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