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Stein's First Month: Retention, Staff, & Recruiting

Will Steins first month as Kentuckys head football coach is pivotal, focusing on retaining players like Cutter Boley and assembling a new coaching staff, including a defensive coordinator to replace Brad White. Stein must also decide whether to call plays himself or delegate, while quickly stabilizing recruiting for the upcoming season.

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