Throwback to 2019 for Kentucky Wildcats football Medi Day with Lynn Bowden Jr.
When Kentucky lost its quarterbacks to injuries in 2019, Bowden stepped under center, put the entire program on his back, and produced one of the most legendary single-season performances in college football history.
Starting the year as an elite wide receiver, Bowden switched to quarterback mid-season out of pure necessity. What followed wasn’t just a position change, it was an absolute takeover.
The 2019 Highlight Reel:
1,468 Rushing Yards & 13 Touchdowns: Averaging an incredible 7.9 yards per carry, he shredded SEC defenses week after week despite every coordinator knowing he was getting the ball.
The Governor’s Cup Masterclass: Dropped an SEC single-game quarterback rushing record with 284 yards and 4 touchdowns in a 45-13 blowout against Louisville.
Belk Bowl Finale: Put an exclamation point on his Kentucky career by rushing for 233 yards and throwing the game-winning touchdown pass with 15 seconds left to beat Virginia Tech, taking home MVP honors.
Paul Hornung Award Winner: Officially crowned the most versatile player in college football and earned Consensus All-American honors.
He was the only player in the nation leading his team in both rushing and receiving, stepping up when the Wildcats had zero options left and willing them to an 8-5 record. Pure heart, unreal vision, and unmatched toughness, Lynn Bowden Jr.’s 2019 run will live forever in Big Blue Nation lore. 🏈🔥
