"Dean Hood Joins Kentucky Football as Director of Player Development Post-Retirement"

Dean Hood, after briefly announcing his retirement from coaching, is returning to Kentucky football as the Director of Player Development. Hood, who has deep connections with the Kentucky coaching staff and a successful history as a coach, including a tenure at Eastern Kentucky University, will now focus on off-field responsibilities such as overseeing the '4 for 40' program and assisting with community service and NIL efforts. Meanwhile, former Kentucky DC Matt House has been fired by LSU and is currently seeking a new position.