There are not many teams that can say they are riding positive momentum following a 5-7 overall record and six-game losing streak to close out the season. In Lexington, Kentucky, however, the Kentucky Wildcats are feeling pretty good heading into the heart of summer. A multi-million dollar stadium renovation is almost complete, what was a very young team is now a year older, and they are looking at what is a favorable schedule by SEC standards.
Getting ready for his second year at the helm of the offense is quarterback Patrick Towles. In his first year as a starter last year, Towles, the grandson of MLB Hall of Fame member Jim Bunning, threw for 2,718, 14 TDs and 9 picks.