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Curtis Pulley has seen his last snap as quarterback and receiver for the University of Kentucky. Coach Brooks made the announcement today during the schools media day. Coach Brooks was asked about the dismissal and stated that Pulley's recent troubles coupled with other factors was the reasoning behind the decision. Ken Taylor told Rick Bozich this afternoon on Louisville's ESPN affiliate 93.9 the Ticket that Brooks would not elaborate on the "other reasons" that paired with the known factors in this situation.

Though Pulley had only started 1 career game the team and fan base always had high hopes for the once heralded youngster. After all, Pulley was Kentucky's Mr. Football in 2004. Pulley was also the recipient of the Paul Hornung award as Kentucky's Player of the Year. Pulley had an illustrious career while playing in talent laden Christian County at Hopkinsville High. Pulley was a four year letter man while playing quarterback and safety. He accumulated over 6,000 passing yards and 62 touchdowns. On the ground Pulley delivered more punishment to the opposition adding another 3,000+ yards and over 50+ touchdowns. Pulley was also a proven winner. Leading his squad to a 31-8 record in three seasons as the starter under center.

Pulley's career numbers at UK will fall short of the expectations finishing 39 of 64 for 280 yards no touchdowns and three interceptions. Pulley's rushing and receiving statistics also fell way short of his potential. 72 career rushing attempts for 273 yards and three touchdowns. 23 receptions for 220 yards and one touchdown.

If I had to sum up my feelings about Pulley in one word it would be, disappointment. This kid had so much talent, a great staff ready to develop it and a bright future ahead of him. I don't think that the young man realized how much stock the citizens of the Commonwealth had wrapped up in him. Kentuckians take pride in their homegrown athletes and talented people who actually make it. It is almost like folks see some of themselves in kids and in turn expect the kids to embrace the opportunity to represent our state the way that they felt like they would have if given half the chance.

Overall the Wildcat's have taken a bit of an early season blow these past couple of days losing 3 projected starters.. The news that cornerback Paul Warford would not be eligible for the upcoming season. Warford is a Junior from Richmond, Ky who started 11 games last season. Warford does plan to re-enroll this spring and redshirt this season. David Jones who has spent his time bouncing back and forth from receiver to cornerback is expected to take Warford's spot in the lineup. In addition, news that offensive lineman Christian Johnson would likely miss the season due to a back injury or could be ruled academically ineligible for the upcoming season has surfaced. Johnson is a senior from Fort Campbell Kentucky and has not used his redshirt.

The Cat's can ill-afford to lose many more players from the depth chart. Depth is what separates the Cat's from being a consistent top 25 program. I do believe that the staff has done a great job adding talent to a once barren roster. However the team is still a couple of seasons away from having injuries and defections not playing as critical of a role on the win/loss column.