Stoops Fired: Kentucky Football's Era of Transformation Ends

KSR · December 01, 2025 · Listen to Original Episode →

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People Mentioned

Matt Rogers (Co-host of Las Culturistas) - Mentioned as a co-host of a podcast.
Bowen Yang (Co-host of Las Culturistas) - Mentioned as a co-host of a podcast.
Josh Sneed (Cincinnati native and comedian) - Performing at Comedy Off Broadway.
Preacher Lawson (AGT finalist and comedian) - Performing at Comedy Off Broadway.
Adele Givens (Comedian, "Queen of Comedy" and "Lexington's own") - Performing at Comedy Off Broadway.
Mark Stoops (Former Head Coach at Kentucky) - The primary subject of the discussion, with extensive analysis of his coaching tenure and departure.
Ryan Lemond (KSR co-host) - Co-host of the podcast.
Drew Franklin (KSR co-host) - Co-host of the podcast.
TJ Smith (Personal injury attorney) - Mentioned as a sponsor and a person to call for legal assistance.
Mitch Barnhart (Athletic Director at Kentucky) - Discussed in relation to the decision-making process for Mark Stoops' departure.
Eli Capiluto (President of the University of Kentucky) - Discussed in relation to the decision-making process for Mark Stoops' departure.
Rich Brooks (Former Kentucky coach) - Mentioned as receiving a homecoming treatment, prompting a comparison to how Mark Stoops might be remembered.
John Calipari (Head Coach of Kentucky Basketball) - Compared to Mark Stoops regarding the length of his tenure and the challenges faced.
Lamar Jackson (Former Louisville Quarterback) - Referenced for his fumble in a game against Kentucky.
John Schlarman (Former Kentucky Offensive Line Coach) - Mentioned in the context of a memorable Kentucky football moment.
Austin MacGinnis (Former Kentucky Kicker) - Referenced for his game-winning kick against Mississippi State.
Bud Dupree (Former Kentucky Linebacker) - Mentioned for his interception against South Carolina.
Lynn Bowden (Former Kentucky Player) - Highlighted for his versatility and punt return in the Penn State bowl game.
Benny Snell (Former Kentucky Running Back) - Mentioned as part of a strong line of running backs under Stoops.
Chris Rodriguez (Former Kentucky Running Back) - Mentioned as part of a strong line of running backs under Stoops.
Ray Davis (Former Kentucky Running Back) - Mentioned as part of a strong line of running backs under Stoops.
Josh Allen (Former Kentucky Linebacker, NFL Player) - Highlighted as a top player developed by Stoops.
Terry Wilson (Former Kentucky Quarterback) - Mentioned as a quarterback who embodied the Stoops era.
James Franklin (Penn State Head Coach) - Referenced for an on-field interaction with Mark Stoops.
Trevin Wallace (Kentucky Player) - Mentioned for a block kick against Florida.
Coach Orgeron (Former LSU Head Coach) - Mentioned as a coach whose firing was influenced by a loss to Kentucky.
Denzil Ware (Former Kentucky Player) - Mentioned for a two-point conversion stop.
Jojo Kemp (Former Kentucky Running Back) - Referenced for his performance against South Carolina.
Will Levis (Former Kentucky Quarterback) - Praised for his two years at Kentucky and personal interactions with the show.
Tom Leach (UK Sports Network Broadcaster) - Mentioned in the context of Mark Stoops' post-game interviews.
Lane Kiffin (Head Coach at Ole Miss) - His departure from Tennessee and subsequent career were discussed for comparison.
Joe Craft (Donor to the University of Kentucky) - Mentioned as a key donor Mark Stoops convinced to invest in Kentucky football.
Kirby Smart (Head Coach at Georgia) - Mentioned as a close contact of Mark Stoops, suggesting a potential future role as an analyst.
Nick Saban (Head Coach at Alabama) - Mentioned in the context of coaches taking analyst roles.
Johnny Paycheck (Country Singer) - His quote "take this job and shove it" is alluded to.
George Costanza (Character from Seinfeld) - His philosophy of "leave them wanting more" is referenced.

Organizations & Institutions

University of Kentucky Athletics (UK Athletics) - The primary focus of the discussion, particularly its football program and decision-making bodies.
Comedy Off Broadway - A comedy club in Lexington, Kentucky, hosting several comedians.
Stockton Mortgage - Presenting sponsor of Kentucky Sports Radio.
Clark's Puppet Shop - Sponsor of the phone line for calls to the show.
A Vision Auto Glass - Sponsor of the text machine for the show.
TJ Smith Law Office - Sponsor of the show.
Las Culturistas - A podcast co-hosted by Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang.
Marshalls - Partnered with Las Culturistas for a gift guide.
Famous Footwear - A shoe retailer mentioned for holiday shopping.
Lowe's - Mentioned for Black Friday deals.
Whirlpool - Appliance brand mentioned in Lowe's deals.
Maytag - Appliance brand mentioned in Lowe's deals.
NordicTrack - Fitness equipment brand, highlighted for Cyber Monday savings.
Global Gaming League - Hosting a gaming event.
Odoo - Business software platform.
Chevy - Automobile brand, featured in a "lightning round" segment.
Myer - A retail store mentioned for holiday shopping.
University of Louisville - Rival university, discussed in the context of football games.
University of Vanderbilt - Discussed in the context of a Kentucky football game.
Auburn University - Discussed in the context of Kentucky football games.
University of Florida - Discussed in the context of Kentucky football games.
Louisiana State University (LSU) - Discussed in the context of Kentucky football games.
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) - Discussed in the context of Kentucky football games.
University of Tennessee - Discussed in the context of a Kentucky football game.
Mississippi State University - Discussed in the context of a Kentucky football game.
University of South Carolina - Discussed in the context of Kentucky football games.
Penn State University - Discussed in the context of a Kentucky bowl game.
University of Georgia - Mentioned as a potential future workplace for Mark Stoops.
University of Alabama - Mentioned in the context of coaches taking analyst roles under Nick Saban.
South Florida - University with a football program mentioned as a potential landing spot for Mark Stoops.
University of Toledo - Mentioned as a potential landing spot for Mark Stoops.
Tulane University - Mentioned as a potential landing spot for Mark Stoops.
University of Minnesota - Mentioned as a potential landing spot for Mark Stoops.
KORT Physical Therapy - A physical therapy provider.

Websites & Online Resources

Lowes.com - Website mentioned for more details on Black Friday deals.
Marshalls.com - Website mentioned for checking out the gift guide.
FamousFootwear.com - Website for the shoe retailer.
ComedyOffBroadway.com - Website for show tickets.
Odoo.com - Website to try Odoo for free.
NordicTrack.com - Website for Cyber Monday savings.
GlobalGamingLeague.com - Website for the gaming event.
YouTube - Platform where the Global Gaming League is live streaming.
Twitch - Platform where the Global Gaming League is live streaming.
Kort.com - Website for KORT Physical Therapy.

Other Resources

"The Last Dance" (Locker room video) - A pre-game locker room video featuring Mark Stoops talking to the team before a Louisville game, where Meek Mill was playing.