Tuesday UK Football Links and Notes

Just as we expected, Rich Brooks decided to make an announcement regarding his future today. Brooks decided to retire and admitted that his family and players wanted him to continue coaching. Only Brooks himself was comfortable with his decision to retire. Bill posted a great article on Rich Brooks earlier, which broke down the coach's accomplishments. Rich Brooks has been great for the program, he is first class and will be missed. Click on the link to Chip Cosby's article on Brook's retirement.

Everyone needs to remember, Joker Phillips bleeds blue and will be great for the program. Joker will likely make some changes as he will want to put his finger prints on the program. With Joker Phillips as head coach, UK will land higher profile recruits, likely make some coaching changes and be less conservative in games. Click on the link to Mark Story's article.

In the last couple of days I have spoken to a couple of key UK recruits in Brandon Gainer (RB) and Jerrell Priester (ATH). Both players mentioned they haven't spoken to the coaching staff in about a month. Everyone needs to remember the coaches have been restricted with "dead periods" and also getting ready for a bowl game.

This weekend has the potential to be a huge weekend for Kentucky Football. The Cats will be hosting Dyjuan Lewis (WR), Maudrecus Humphrey (WR), Lamar Ivey (ATH) and Rajaan Bennett (RB). Look for Joker Phillips to roll out the red carpet and receive his first commitments as head coach.

Also, Bill spoke with John Newton today. Check back for his post with some great insight to the football program by the quarterback's father.