Over the last few weeks, Kentucky fans have seen their early-season dreams grow into legit possibilities, as after wins over top 10 teams Texas A&M and LSU, the Wildcats began popping up in some playoff projections. That only grew as Kentucky then got a road win at Oklahoma and a win against Vandy this past Saturday to advance to a historic 7-1 on the season.

On Sunday, the AP Poll was released after the week eight games and now, Kentucky is a top 10 team in college football, coming in at #9 after previously being at 12. As Kentucky's resume grows and they continue to rack up wins, their playoff hopes will only get stronger and so will their rank among the best in the coiuntry. Not only are they among the playoff contenders, Kentucky is also currently in sole possession of first place in the SEC at 5-1, with Georgia (4-1) right behind them.

Oct 24, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Will Stein walks off the field after the game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Kroger Field.…