The first big challenge of Will Stein‘s head coaching career has arrived in Week 2. Alabama is coming to town to face Kentucky for the first time since 2023. The Wildcats will also play nine SEC games for the first time this season.

The last Kentucky win over Alabama also featured a first-year coach looking to prove his confidence was justified.

Kentucky's head coach is doing all he can to get Big Blue Nation out in full force at Kroger Field on Saturday afternoon.

Will Stein is committed to bringing in high-level recruits at Kentucky.

Kentucky's Kenny Minchey threw four touchdown passes as Will Stein's offense rolled in their debut win over Youngstown State.

Darby, a four-star prospect from Bossier City, Louisiana, first committed to LSU in November 2024. He remained committed to the Tigers for more than a year, initially sticking with his pledge even after LSU fired Sloan and head coach Brian Kelly.

The Wildcats were missing a couple of key players against Youngstown State.

Will Stein held nothing back, dishing on his freshman playmakers, QB development, and an emotional family tribute.