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Kentucky Wildcats vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles PREVIEW: Mark Pope's Squad Should Win Big Nov 26, 2025

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The Kentucky Wildcats should expect to blow Tennessee Tech out of the water, and honestly they need to.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews Kentucky basketball vs Tennessee Tech. The Golden Eagles are a bad squad that Mark Pope's team should dominate. Also, UK desperately needs to beat Caleb Wilson and the North Carolina Tar Heels next week, and Bracketology doesn't matter right now - but our emotions about it might.

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Jayden Quaintance is Returning SOON for Kentucky Basketball, Could Change EVERYTHING For Mark Pope Nov 25, 2025

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Jayden Quaintance should be returning soon for the Kentucky Wildcats, and if he does, it could change the trajectory of the 'Cats season.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses why JQ's return for Kentucky basketball might completely change Mark Pope's second season in Lexington. Also, Jaland Lowe is still out, so what does Kentucky do at point guard now with quality competition coming up? And while nobody has patience, and UK wants to win now, we can't control this slow start to the season.

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Kentucky Wildcats vs Loyola MD RECAP: Kam Williams, Extremely Balanced Effort Carries Cats to Win Nov 22, 2025

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The Kentucky Wildcats made some improvements vs Loyola Maryland after losing badly to Michigan State.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball vs Loyola Maryland. Kam Williams had himself a great night, while Kentucky showed *some* of the adjustments we wanted them to make. Can the balanced scoring effort continue for UK, or does someone need to step forward and become the leader of the team?

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PREVIEW: Kentucky Wildcats VS Loyola MD Greyhounds | Mark Pope's Squad Needs to Show EFFORT in Win Nov 21, 2025

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Kentucky Wildcats face mounting pressure as they prepare to host Loyola Maryland, but will Mark Pope tighten his rotations and prioritize winning over analytics? Lance Dawe questions recent lineup choices, highlights the need for stronger effort from Brandon Garrison, and calls for the eye test to take precedence over raw box scores. Is the talent on Kentucky’s roster being wasted, or can adjustments spark a turnaround for this preseason top-five team?

Recruiting woes deepen in Lexington as high-profile targets like Tyran Stokes and Caleb Holt slip further from Kentucky’s grasp. Dawe sounds the alarm over missed opportunities in both high school and transfer portal markets, urging the Wildcats to pursue elite prospects with grit and talent. With expectations high and results lagging, can Kentucky reclaim its edge and reignite the fan base before it’s too late?

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SEC SQUAD - Predicting Week Thirteen for the Kentucky Wildcats Nov 20, 2025

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Lane Kiffin's potential departure from Ole Miss dominates SEC headlines as both Florida and LSU reportedly offer massive guaranteed contracts. Is the Rebels coach truly losing sleep over leaving Oxford during their best season in decades?

The SEC Squad breaks down Week 13's most critical matchups, including Vanderbilt's historic playoff push against Kentucky and Diego Pavia's Heisman candidacy. The panel analyzes Oklahoma-Missouri's defensive battle featuring the nation's leading rusher Ahmad Hardy, Tennessee's two-decade curse in Gainesville, and Alabama's anxiety-filled Iron Bowl preparation. Hosts from Locked On Bama, Locked On Ole Miss, Locked On Vandy, Locked On Sooners, and Locked On Mizzou provide insider perspectives on coaching carousel chaos, the broken college football calendar, and why Eli Drinkwitz might stay at Missouri despite external speculation.

Tune in for expert analysis on the coaching moves reshaping the SEC and the games that will define conference playoff positioning.

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Kentucky Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans Recap: Mark Pope is FAILING, Cats Look AWFUL Nov 19, 2025

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The Kentucky Wildcats looked like trash against a beatable Michigan State team. It's officially time to panic, given Mark Pope's energy and attitude.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball vs Michigan State Spartans. Everything was out of sync from the jump, and the Wildcats just simply elected not to defend MSU's outside shooting. No Jaland Lowe, no Jayden Quaintance, Otega Oweh looking awful, and the team as a whole plays with little energy. What is Mark Pope doing? What is going on?

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Kentucky Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans PREVIEW: UK Needs to Get PHYSICAL in Tough Matchup Nov 18, 2025

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The Kentucky Wildcats need to have a strong, physical performance in order to top Michigan State in the Champions Classic.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews Kentucky basketball vs the Michigan State Spartans. MSU rolls in having already beaten the Arkansas Razorbacks, and will test the physicality of Mark Pope's squad. Can Otega Oweh step up, as well as Denzel Aberdeen in what should be a rock fight type game?

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Kentucky Wildcats Vs Eastern Illinois Panthers RECAP: Mo Dioubate Goes OFF, Cats Cruise to Victory Nov 15, 2025

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Mo Dioubate went off for a double-double in Kentucky basketball's massive win over Eastern Illinois.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps the Kentucky Wildcats Vs Eastern Illinois Panthers. Mark Pope's squad rode a balanced scoring effort to arguably the most dominant win of Pope's career at UK. Is it enough to hold Big Blue Nation over after the loss to Louisville - and enough before a huge game vs Michigan State?

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BREAKING: Jaland Lowe Injured AGAIN, Is It Time to PANIC for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats? Nov 14, 2025

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Jaland Lowe has been injured AGAIN, and will be out an unknown amount of time for Kentucky basketball. Is it time to panic for Mark Pope?

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the latest news surrounding Jaland Lowe reaggravating his shoulder injury. Without him, the Kentucky Wildcats might be panicking a bit as they wade into non-conference play without Lowe and Jayden Quaintance. Otega Oweh needs to step up, Denzel Aberdeen has been playing really well but can't be amazing forever, and Mark Pope made some bizarre comments earlier today about some possible locker room issues before the Louisville Cardinals loss. What is going on in Lexington?

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SEC SQUAD - Predicting Week Twelve for the Kentucky Wildcats Nov 13, 2025

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The argument that BYU and Utah are undervalued by the College Football Playoff Committee often centers on a deep-seated institutional and brand bias that favors traditional powerhouses. Despite both teams—especially after joining the new P4 conference—amassing solid resumes, the committee’s ranking logic appears inconsistent when compared to peer teams from the SEC or Big Ten. For BYU, the undervaluation is evident even in their best years. When the Cougars were undefeated, they were often ranked below one-loss teams from the perceived “elite” conferences, suggesting a penalty for a lack of "brand credibility" rather than on-field performance. After their first loss, the drop in rankings is often precipitous, falling behind two-loss teams like Texas or Oklahoma, who benefit from the narrative of “quality losses.” This differential treatment suggests the committee rewards the mere potential or reputation of established programs more than the actual, tangible Strength of Record (SOR) earned by BYU. Utah’s case highlights the harsh grading curve applied to Big 12 losses. As a consistently tough, defensive-minded program, their two losses this season came against other highly-ranked Big 12 teams (BYU and Texas Tech). Yet, their ranking near No. 13 keeps them just outside the contention tier, a placement often occupied by two-loss teams from other conferences that have a perceived higher overall floor. The Utes' methodical style, coupled with the committee's tendency to devalue close wins or reward teams for "style points," means Utah is held to a higher standard of dominance to secure an elite ranking. Ultimately, both Utah and BYU are fighting not just opponents on the field, but a long-standing culture that rewards historical brand over current results and strength metrics within a less historically favored conference.

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