KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kofi Cockburn's decision to return to Illinois and Kentucky's involvement throughout the star center's recruitment. Then, the Sources Say crew breaks down the latest on UK's chances to land Jalen Duren and why the staff remains confident despite growing skepticism among national sources.

Among the highlights:

Just how interested was UK in Kofi Cockburn? 

Did the star center want Kentucky from the start?

The media leak and ensuing spin was one for the ages

Fit concerns were legitimate, but were they worth it?

On the (minor) pushback inside the locker room

Jalen Duren is John Calipari's top priority

Does UK actually have a shot?

Who is the current favorite?

Kentucky is taking a massive risk

Who is UK's next commitment in the class of 2022?

More recruiting notes from Peach Jam


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Sources Say Podcast Ep. 109:  Kofi Cockburn returns to Illinois, the latest on Jalen Duren

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The Big Blue Nation received a significant surprise on Wednesday morning. From out of the blue, Marquise Davis announced his commitment to Kentucky.
11 Personnel is here to detail the news that shocked the college football recruiting world. We’ll break down what the talented top 200 running back is bringing to Lexington and take a victory lap on Vince Marrow’s behalf after securing another victory over Michigan.
— DJ Waller gives Kentucky a plug-and-play cornerback
— Kentucky is in on a transfer portal defensive lineman
— How former Kentucky Wildcats fit in with their new NFL teams
— Kentucky Derby locks
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Kentucky football Transfer Portal news + NFL Draft Review | 11 Personnel

Kentucky entered this past weekend with just three signees in Collin Chandler, Travis Perry and Amari Williams. In the five days since, Mark Pope and his staff have added four new pieces, starting with Lamont Butler of San Diego State, followed by Otega Oweh of Oklahoma, Andrew Carr of Wake Forest, and now, Brandon Garrison of Oklahoma State.
What’s next? We may not have to wait very long, as Kentucky is in the driver’s seat to land Dayton sharpshooter Koby Brea — the top 3-point specialist in the transfer portal set to decide between UK, UConn, Kansas, UNC and Duke.
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Kentucky basketball's roster is starting to come together | Sources Say

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Tonight Pete Fornatale from In the Money Media will join us on the KSR YouTube Channel to give you everything you need to know about the Fastest Two Minutes in Sports.
Entering the race three horses, Fierceness, Sierra Leone, and Catching Freedom, stand above the crowded field. One of those will certainly not hit the board. We’ll tell you which favorite to toss from your exotic wagers and share a few potential live-long shots to circle in your program.
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Kentucky basketball transfer portal big board | Sources Say

The NFL Draft is almost here. 11 Personnel is getting you ready for the momentous occasion by speaking with one player who will have his name called this weekend, former Kentucky cornerback Dru Phillips.
The former three-star cornerback has risen up the NFL Draft boards and is now projected to be as high as the second round. Phillips takes us through the process and shares some of his favorite memories from his time wearing Kentucky blue and white.
You might have forgotten about the NFL Draft because there’s so much happening around the BBN. Nick Roush and Adam Luckett catch you up on all of the moving and shaking with the Kentucky football program in the transfer portal. Highlights:
— Potential steals and NFL Draft busts
— What’s it like going on a Top 30 visit?
— Departures rise for Kentucky football
— Kentucky’s courtship of Peny Boone
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Sources Say Podcast Ep. 109: Kofi Cockburn returns to Illinois, the latest on Jalen Duren

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