Will Stein had a bold answer when asked why he'll win big at Kentucky

Will Stein had a bold answer when asked why he'll win big at Kentucky as he addressed SEC media days shortly after taking over the Wildcats. The 36-year-old Louisville native, a former Oregon offensive coordinator, replaces Mark Stoops, who won 82 games in 13 seasons but saw bowl appearances dry up over the last two years. When asked by reporters why he expects success in Lexington, Stein said, “because of me,” citing his experience recruiting and understanding what it takes at the highest levels. He acknowledged it may not happen overnight, but emphasized that results come from playing football. In building the roster, Stein has brought in a top-10 transfer portal class with 29 additions, including former Notre Dame quarterback Kenny Minchey, former Texas running back CJ Baxter, and former Tennessee offensive tackle Lance Heard. The article frames the offseason as momentum early in Stein’s Kentucky tenure.