In a shocking bit of Tuesday afternoon news, Kentucky Football General Manager Pat Biondo announced his departure from the program. UK Football General Manager Pat Biondo has stepped down. pic.twitter.com/AgCU2nkaC0 — Keith Farmer (@KeithFarmer18) July 28, 2026"It has been a privilege to work for a great university, wonderful football program and on behalf of such passionate fans," Biondo went on. "I especially want to thank Coach Stein for the opportunity to work with and learn from him." For purposes tied to both NIL and general roster construction, the general manager position is more valuable than it's ever been.