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Kentucky Secures Dual-Sport Star Matt Ponatoski for 2026

10/1/2025

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Ponatoski Joins Kentucky

Kentucky lands Matt Ponatoski on a dual-sport commitment (QB and baseball), lifting the 2026 class to No. 44 nationally.
Ponatoski's high school stats include 57 touchdowns and a 69.4% completion rate, illustrating quarterback potential.
The commitment adds to Kentucky's momentum, with 15 total commitments since June 3.
Analysts say Ponatoski can handle pressure and could become a multi-year starter.

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WVU Considers Quarterback Change

West Virginia University (WVU) weighs quarterback change after 48-14 loss to Utah; Khalil Wilkins shows potential.
WVU added two 2026 commits, Wyatt Brown and Carter Kessler, totaling 26.
Florida State University (FSU) flipped Jaden O’Neal from Oklahoma for 2026.
FSU evaluating 2027 prospects, including Derrick Baker, while the class ranks sixth.
NHOF nominees include Western Pennsylvania quarterbacks.

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Ponatoski Joins Kentucky

Kentucky lands Matt Ponatoski on a dual-sport commitment (QB and baseball), lifting the 2026 class to No. 44 nationally.
Ponatoski's high school stats include 57 touchdowns and a 69.4% completion rate, illustrating quarterback potential.
The commitment adds to Kentucky's momentum, with 15 total commitments since June 3.
Analysts say Ponatoski can handle pressure and could become a multi-year starter.

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