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Kentucky's Zach Calzada Apologizes After Viral Cash-Counting Video

The benched transfer quarterback drew backlash over NIL optics following a reported $1.25 million outlay.

Overview

  • Calzada issued a written apology saying he takes full responsibility for the video and will learn from it.
  • A Kentucky spokesman said Calzada has taken responsibility and apologized, adding that it is time to move forward.
  • The clip, posted by another user, showed Calzada fanning $100 bills while addressing a critic identified as Garrett.
  • Calzada started the first two games before a throwing-shoulder injury and poor play sidelined him; freshman Cutter Boley has since started six games with 1,376 yards, 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions.
  • CBS Sports reported Kentucky paid around $1.25 million to add Calzada via the portal, drawing fan criticism and questions about the program’s spending; no further team discipline has been reported.