Minchey shines in debut as Kentucky starts Stein era with win over Youngstown State 45-13

LEXINGTON, Ky -- , Kenny Minchey threw for 301 yards and four touchdowns to lead Kentucky to a 45-13 win over Youngstown State Saturday. Minchey, a Notre Dame transfer, led the Wildcats to three straight touchdowns to give Will Stein a win in his Kentucky head-coaching debut. Stein, former offensive coordinator at Oregon, played at Louisville (2008-12) and his father, Matt Stein, is a former Kentucky defensive end. “It’s very exciting,” Stein said. It’s something that I’ll cherish forever. My kids know that their dad and my wife knows that her husband’s got a job to do and we’ve got to continue to push, and we got you know stuff to improve on as a whole. I am really thankful that they’re here to support. They are my biggest fans. My wife’s my biggest cheerleader.” Texas transfer C.J. Baxter ran for two touchdowns, while returnee Jason Patterson paced the rushing attack with 78 yards.