Fixing the offensive line was a top priority for Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops in the offseason. The Wildcats made a change at offensive coordinator and added five offensive line transfers to the roster. Improvement was vital for Zach Yenser’s position group. It’s only one data point, but the Wildcats looked better against Ball State on the line of scrimmage.
Devin Leary was sacked only once in 32 dropbacks. The pressure percentage (34.4%) was high, but for the most part, Kentucky did not give up free runners allowing Leary to use his pocket mobility skills.