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Good morning BBN, these are your Thursday Wildcat quickies. We’re now getting a clearer picture of how much Drew Barker’s injury will impact his playing time this season, and it’s unfortunate to hear that he’ll be sidelined for weeks now. At minimum, it’s looking like three to four weeks. Maximum, he’ll miss the rest of the season.
Barker has struggled this season, but he has shown great potential under center at times. We were all thrilled about Barker having the starting spot this spring, but his chance to be the next great hometown star quarterback is going to be put on hold.
Even if the quarterback controversy that has started doesn’t work out in Barker’s favor, we hope to see Barker back in good health by the end of the season and suited up for the Cats.
Tweet of the day
Thoughts and prayers to one of my best friends @D_Barker7 ! Hell of a player and person! Will be back better soon!
— Patrick Towles (@patty_ice_8) September 22, 2016
Praying for you brodie, minor setback! @D_Barker7
— Damien Harris (@DHx34) September 22, 2016
I hate hearing about my guy @D_Barker7 prayers up for a great return! ✊
— Reese Phillips (@ReesePhillips11) September 22, 2016
@DodgersNation Listening to Vin Scully call it made Puig's catch that much better! pic.twitter.com/QiPkWx3UzM
— Vinsanity (@jhuntercomedy) September 22, 2016
We’ll miss you, Vin!
Your quickies
Makayla Epps Named Preseason All-American by Athlon Sports | UK Wildcats News
Kentucky senior guard Makayla Epps has added another honor to her already lengthy list of awards after being named to the Athlon Sports 2016-17 Preseason All-America Second Team.
Drew Barker to miss significant time with back injury - 247
Kentucky quarterback Drew Barker will miss an extended period of time with a back injury, UK coach Mark Stoops announced Wednesday.
Kentucky basketball turns to its latest reloaded roster | SI.com
The Wildcats bring in another uber-talented recruiting class featuring De'Aaron Fox and Bam Adebayo, among others. But can they gel in time to take UK to the Final Four?
UK Men’s Basketball Practice to be Televised by ESPNU on Oct. 9 | UK Wildcats News
Kentucky fans will once again get a sneak peek at the UK men’s basketball team for a live, televised open practice on ESPNU. This year’s open practice will be televised on Oct. 9.
Redesign of Rupp Arena floor to be revealed at Big Blue Madness - 247
Rupp Arena floor redesign to be revealed at Big Blue Madness.
Young's recruitment, official, otherwise, continues close to home | normantranscript.com
Last weekend, Young took his first official visit. He chose OU to lead off, and while he enjoyed his time, he still has visits scheduled to Kansas, Texas Tech and Kentucky.
Ten teams poised to make a jump in 2017 team rankings - Rivals.com
Less than half of the players in the 2017 Rivals150 have yet to make their college decisions. Rivals.com took a look at 10 programs that currently rank outside the top 20 of the 2017 team rankings but are capable of big moves.
Biggest injury questions Week 3 - ESPN
NFL Nation reporters assess the biggest injuries across the league for Week 3, including updates on wide receivers Sammy Watkins and DeSean Jackson, who both missed practice on Wednesday.
College football picks, 2016 Week 4 - SBNation.com
Below are our picks for the weekend’s four biggest games. It's not just who you pick; it's how confident you are.
Big Blue Madness Tickets to be Distributed Sept. 30 | UK Wildcats News
Tickets for the 2016 Big Blue Madness in Rupp Arena will be available on Friday, Sept. 30 at 10 p.m. at the Memorial Coliseum and online at Ticketmaster.com.
Adrian Peterson of Minnesota Vikings to have surgery on torn meniscus - ESPN
In addition to a torn meniscus, Vikings RB Adrian Peterson also has a torn lateral collateral ligament, a team source told ESPN's Adam Schefter and Jeff Darlington.
NFL panic index, Week 3: Remember when the Packers were good? - SBNation.com
The Packers are struggling, the Browns have yet another starting QB, the Seahawks can't beat the Rams ... these are things that NFL fans are panicking about this week. We're going to tell you whether it's justified.
The Man. The Voice. The Stories. - ESPN
Vin Scully has been broadcasting Dodgers games for 67 seasons. As he signs off this year, Jon Miller, Bud Selig, Bob Costas and 20 other colleagues and friends reflect on why a career like Scully's won't happen again.
10 most unstoppable forces in CFB right now | PFF
Lamar Jackson's wheels, Jabrill Peppers’ versatility and more: Mike Renner identifies the nation's top signature moves and abilities.
Study affirms that indigenous Australians are the oldest living civilization on Earth - Mashable
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan pledge $3 billion to fight disease - New York Times