Since the Big Blue Nation was introduced to Lynn Bowden, we quickly learned he’s one-of-a-kind. It served as a blessing for Mark Stoops but presents a conundrum for NFL Draft experts.
If luck is where preparation meets opportunity, then the Wildcats had the perfect recipe for unusual success in 2019. We all knew that Bowden played quarterback in high school. We did not know the extent of his capabilities until a rash of injuries forced him into the role. He successfully led the Wildcats to a 6-2 record as the starter, which included a jaw-dropping finale against Virginia Tech.