Big Blue Dispatch — October 19, 2026

Big Blue Dispatch

Daily Update • October 19, 2026

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Kentucky is up to #12 in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches polls following Saturday's 21-13 win at Oklahoma. Nation of Blue notes the Wildcats' steady climb, while The Kernel points out this is Kentucky's highest ranking in the AP poll since 2022.

Next up is Vanderbilt at Kroger Field on Saturday, October 24. On3 reports the game is already sold out. At 6-1 (3-1 SEC), a win over the Commodores keeps UK tied atop the SEC standings and sets up a potential top-10 matchup against Tennessee on November 7th.

In other UK action over the weekend:

Finally, if you missed the viral photo of a father and daughter celebrating on the field after the LSU game, The Athletic has the heartwarming story behind the image that captured national attention. It's a wonderful look at what makes Big Blue Nation special (NYT gift link included).

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On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

WATCH: All the Hot Takes from Kentucky's win at Oklahoma

Kentucky football is now 6-1 on the season with a No. 12 ranking in the AP Poll after beating Oklahoma 21-13 on Saturday.

A Sea of Blue

Oklahoma peed on a Kentucky photo all week, and it clearly pissed the Wildcats off

The Kentucky Wildcats walked into Norman and picked up another massive win, pushing them to 6-1 overall on the season and 4-1 in the SEC after beating the Oklahoma Sooners . As most teams find some “bulletin board” material to motivate them through the week, we have finally got…

Google News — Kentucky Wildcats

Mark Pope has high hopes for Mason Williams, who says he did not meet the Kentucky standard in exhibition opener - A Sea Of Blue

Mark Pope has high hopes for Mason Williams, who says he did not meet the Kentucky standard in exhibition opener A Sea Of Blue

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

Offense dominates as No. 4 Kentucky VB sweeps Arkansas

After storming Norman (in multiple endeavors), No. 4 Kentucky volleyball washed away Arkansas in a sweep (25-23, 25-11, 25-17) on Sunday afternoon in Fayetteville.

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

Matt Jones and KSR recap Kentucky's electric win at Oklahoma

It was a wild scene in Norman as Kentucky knocked off the Oklahoma Sooners and celebrated bowl eligibility—with so, so, so much left to play for this season. Fortunately for us, the KSR crew was there to see all of it and enjoy it with Big Blue Nation, as Matt Jones, Drew…

Google News — Kentucky Wildcats

College Football Playoff projections roundup for Kentucky Wildcats - A Sea Of Blue

College Football Playoff projections roundup for Kentucky Wildcats A Sea Of Blue

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

24-team College Football Playoff bracket seeded based on Week 8 AP Top 25 Poll

Last week, it was reported that the College Football Playoff was nearing a deal to expand to 24 teams. This comes just three seasons after the Playoff was expanded from four to 12 teams.

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

"Ball excellence" has been huge for Kentucky this season

Football coaches are always trying to coin new terms, and Will Stein is no exception. What some people might call something boring like “turnover margin,” Stein calls “ball excellence.” To be fair, it is much more poetic.

Nation of Blue

Kentucky Cracks Top 12 in Updated AP Top 25 Poll

Kentucky is up to No. 12 in the updated AP Top 25 Poll following Saturdays win at Oklahoma.

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

Danny Kanell reveals updated Top 12 college football teams after Week 7

Former Florida State quarterback Danny Kanell revealed his updated Top 12 teams in the country following Week 7 of the college football season. Just excuse his typo in his tweet on Sunday morning!

Google News — Kentucky Wildcats

FINAL: Kentucky opens exhibition season with 69-49 win over Little Rock - On3

FINAL: Kentucky opens exhibition season with 69-49 win over Little Rock On3

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

College Basketball Rankings: Predicting the Preseason AP Poll Top 25 as 2026-27 season approaches

The college basketball regular season is right around the corner, and it is almost time for the Preseason AP Poll Top 25 to release. But first, voters must sort through the many roster changes which have taken place over the offseason, including several pending court cases which…

A Sea of Blue

Kentucky Wildcats in the College Football Rankings Roundup and Sunday News (UPDATE)

The Kentucky Wildcats continue to climb in the latest college football rankings. The AP Top 25 Poll now has the Cats checking in at No.

ESPN — Kentucky Football

AP college football Week 7 poll reaction: What's next for Top 25 - ESPN

AP college football Week 7 poll reaction: What's next for Top 25 ESPN

On3 — Kentucky Wildcats

Kentucky receives another bump in the AP Poll Top 25 rankings

Another win for Kentucky football, another rankings bump in the latest AP Poll Top 25. The Wildcats checked in at No.

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