Will Stein sparks a fast Kentucky turnaround, with a 5-1 start and 2 top-10 upsets

Lexington, Ky. (AP) — In his first season as Kentucky's head coach, Will Stein has produced a remarkable turnaround, leading the Wildcats to a 5-1 start, the best record for a first-year coach since 1913. One of the highlights was an upset victory over then-No. 10 LSU in an overtime thriller. Stein has instilled a confidence and expectation in his team, stating that they expect to win every game, regardless of the opponent.

The only setback was a 45-17 loss to Alabama in the SEC opener, but the Wildcats quickly bounced back with four straight victories, including two overtime wins by a single point. Stein, who previously coached at Oregon, emphasizes the importance of "feeding the studs" and trusting in his players' abilities. Kentucky's three conference wins have been by a combined margin of 12 points, and they are currently tied with Alabama for second in the league standings.