Kentucky · SEC
Will Stein
Head Coach
Hot Seat Score
20
- Overall Record
- 0-0
- Conference Record
- 0-0
- Buyout
- N/A
- 2027 Recruiting Rank
- N/A
- Hired
- Dec 2, 2025
No pressure entering 2026
Not on any major preseason hot seat list.
Score History
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Media Buzz (14 days)
Coaching News Wire
- report1d ago
Did Kentucky's Will Stein just have his Curt Cignetti moment?
This discusses a potential coaching moment, not his job status.
On3
- report1d ago
That Time Will Stein Played against a Hall of Famer
A historical reference to Stein's past performance.
On3
- analysis1d ago
Stein’s Media Days bravado is nothing new for Kentucky’s coach
The coach's confidence and past bravado are discussed.
Jefferson City News Tribune
- report1d ago
Watch: Cole Cubelic talks ball with Kentucky head coach Will Stein
Will Stein discussed football in an interview with Cole Cubelic.
MSN
- report2d ago
Kentucky Head Coach Will Stein Takes Opening Day Headlines With Bold Statement at SEC Media Days
Kentucky's head coach Will Stein made bold statements during SEC Media Days.
Rocky Top Insider
- report2d ago
New Kentucky head coach creates fireworks at media days: Wildcats will win big 'because of me'
Stein's assertive statements at media days generated excitement for Kentucky's season.
Yellowhammer News
- report2d ago
'Jay embodied who I am as a coach': Kentucky HC speaks on A&M DC hire
Will Stein discussed coaching philosophies regarding a recent hire at SEC Media Days.
Aggies Wire
- report2d ago
Kentucky head coach Will Stein at the 2026 SEC Media Days
This headline covers Kentucky head coach Will Stein's appearance at SEC Media Days.
WBRC
- report2d ago
'Excited that he's my head coach': Kentucky QB Kenny Minchey on Will Stein (Video)
Kentucky QB comments positively about head coach Will Stein.
Lexington Herald Leader
- report2d ago
Will Stein ready to prove doubters wrong again with Kentucky football
Will Stein aims to prove his capabilities as a first-year head coach.
The Courier-Journal
- report2d ago
Will Stein talks 2026 Kentucky football expectations at SEC Media Days
Stein outlines his expectations for the Kentucky football season.
The Courier-Journal
- report2d ago
Kentucky football coach channels Curt Cignetti, delivers SEC Media Days quote everyone will remember | OutKick
Will Stein quoted at SEC Media Days, showing confidence and engagement.
Fox News
- report2d ago
Will Stein, when asked why he can win at Kentucky: ‘Because of me’
Stein expresses confidence in his ability to lead Kentucky.
AL.com
- report2d ago
New Kentucky Head Coach Will Stein Isn’t Shying Away from SEC Toughness
The new Kentucky coach emphasizes the need for toughness in the SEC.
Tide 100.9
- report2d ago
SEC Media Days: Stein's goal is to be the 'best head coach in the country'
Stein expressed his ambition to excel as Kentucky's head coach.
Kentucky Today
- report2d ago
Will Stein's Confidence as Kentucky Head Coach Stream of General Videos
General videos addressing Stein's tenure at Kentucky.
CBS Sports
- report2d ago
SEC Media Days: Kentucky Head Coach Will Stein (VIDEO) (1st season as head coach/5-7, 2-6 in 2025, plays at USC October 3rd)
This headline covers Will Stein's first season challenges and upcoming games.
SportsTalkSC
- report2d ago
'One of the great joys': Kentucky coach Will Stein praises Lake Travis at SEC media days
This headline features comments made by Kentucky's coach Will Stein at the media event.
Austin American-Statesman
- analysis2d ago
Will Stein's Confidence as Kentucky Head Coach
Will Stein's confidence as head coach is highlighted.
247Sports
- report3d ago
New Kentucky coach Will Stein may have just had his Curt Cignetti moment
Will Stein's statements hinted at ambitious goals in his new role.
The New York Times