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How Chris Rodriguez's absence – and his presence – impact Kentucky football's opener

LEXINGTON — Since they first arrived on campus together, Chris Rodriguez and Kavosiey Smoke have been swapping notes.

The Kentucky football running backs “chop it up” and talk shop regularly, Smoke said this week, and as the Wildcats’ season opener approaches he figures they’ll have plenty to discuss.

The conversations won’t change, even if the circumstances have.

Kentucky football vs. Miami (Ohio):Betting line, 3 things to know before picking the game

When the Cats take the field against Miami (Ohio) on Saturday at 7 p.