As No. 21 Texas prepares to visit Kroger Field this Saturday, fans of Kentucky Sports Radio (KSR) are already anticipating a flood of playful remarks about the striking resemblance between KSR’s Matt Jones and ESPN’s play-by-play commentator Dave Flemming. Also joining the broadcast is analyst Brock Osweiler, a pairing that has long facilitated a running joke among KSR listeners due to their uncanny likenesses to Matt and KSR’s Drew Franklin.
The resemblance between Matt and Flemming has been a lighthearted subject for years, often echoed by listeners who spot the similarities. Two years ago, when ESPN matched Flemming with Osweiler, the parallel extended, as many began to note Drew’s similarity to the former NFL quarterback, despite the kinder comparisons justifiably favoring Osweiler, particularly in terms of appearance. Nevertheless, the humorous comparisons have created a sense of camaraderie within the KSR community.
With Flemming and Osweiler set to broadcast the highly anticipated matchup, KSR is preemptively addressing the inevitable influx of comments and screenshots. They issued an official statement acknowledging the jokes while encouraging fans to direct their focus toward the critical game, which signifies Kentucky’s pursuit of its first home SEC win in two seasons.
Amidst the lighthearted banter, it’s clear that KSR appreciates the ongoing dedication of its listeners to the “Matt looks like Dave” joke. However, the emphasis remains on the game itself, as Kentucky takes on a formidable opponent in Texas. Fans are invited to share the fun on social media, ensuring @KySportsRadio is tagged, as the likeness between the broadcasters and KSR members continues to spark laughter and engagement among followers.
As the Wildcats gear up for the tough challenge ahead, the spirit of competition is alive and well, and the excitement surrounding the game is palpable. The humor surrounding the comparisons may add a light-hearted angle to the football festivities, but the underlying focus on the game highlights the significance of the match for the University of Kentucky football program.