Kentucky just picked up it’s second program-changing caliber quarterback for the class of 2009 by way of Morgan Newton. The athletic pro-style signal caller out of Carmel HS in Carmel, Indiana narrowed his choices down to UK (his Dad’s favorite), Clemson (mom’s), and Florida (always a sexy pick). In the end, UK was the way to go for the 6-4, 215 pound phenom as the coaching staff, style of play and proximity to home were cited as the decision-makers.

Newton is painfully underrated by Rivals.com as a three-star prospect, despite reporting offers from Florida, Miami, Clemson, Purdue, Illinois, Indiana, South Carolina, and Kentucky. Scout.com has it a little more accurate as he’s listed with 5 stars. At least a 4-rating is deserved for throwing for 1882 yards and 25 TD’s while rushing for 753 yards and 11 TD’s.

However, the recruiting battle does NOT end here for these two QB’s (Ryan Mossakowski being the other). Coach Brooks and Co. now have to find a way to explain to each how both will see the field. The two have similar body builds, strong arms, and an ability to scramble. Keeping Mossakowski from entertaining other schools may be an impossible task, but should a sufficient plan for both to achieve success under the same roof be found, Kentucky is suddenly looking at a class that could put them on a new map. It’s long been understood to be a “big-time football school” thing to do in signing multiple high caliber QB’s in one class. Kentucky continues to take bigger and bigger steps in the right direction.