Overview
- Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports Kentucky is expected to add Kolby Smith as running backs coach, with no official announcement yet from the school.
- Smith led Arkansas’ running backs in 2024 and 2025 and was promoted to interim offensive coordinator after Bobby Petrino became interim head coach on Sept. 28, 2025.
- Arkansas averaged 188 rushing yards per game over Smith’s two seasons, ranking fourth in the SEC during that span.
- His position group produced All-SEC honorees Ja’Quinden Jackson (790 yards, 15 touchdowns in 2024) and Mike Washington (1,070 yards, 8 touchdowns in 2025).
- Smith’s coaching path includes stints coaching running backs at Western Kentucky, Louisville, and Rutgers plus four seasons on the Miami Dolphins’ staff, following an NFL playing career.