Kentucky lost key contributors on both sides of the ball but returns a solid core of guys at key positions like quarterback, running back, wide receiver, linebacker and defensive back.

In fact, the stat sheet at the end of 2015 might look quite a bit similar to 2014 for the Wildcats.

But what about the stats that don’t generally get discussed but help win football games just as much like punt average, pass break-ups, all-purpose yards and tackles for a loss?

We took a look at which Kentucky players will excel in these overlooked statistical categories this season.

FIELD FLIPPER – LANDON FOSTER

OK, I know what you’re thinking. Of course the punter is going to lead the team in all things that involved punting the ball. But that doesn’t mean Foster’s stellar numbers still don’t deserve some appreciation.

Foster has been the Wildcats starting punter since he was a true freshman and has become one of the best at his position in the country as he gets set to enter his senior year.

Last season, Foster averaged 42.6 yards per punt and had 10 that were 50 yards or more, including a long of 60 yards. He will most likely be taking his skills to the NFL.

SWAT MASTER – FRED TILLER

Tiller returns as the Wildcats leaders in pass break-ups and is poised to do it again. A crafty senior, Tiller claims 15 pass break-ups in his collegiate career and will have plenty of opportunities to add to that in his final season.

Pass break-ups are also usually very close to interceptions, which Tiller had two of last year. Clearly he has a knack for getting his hands on the ball and perhaps this season he will convert more of those into interceptions.

MR. VERSATILITY – STANLEY “BOOM” WILLIAMS

The nickname “Boom” might be a little deceiving in this case. Usually such a nickname is associated with a bruising runner that weights well over 200 pounds. That’s not Williams.

Williams only weighs 196 pounds but returns as the Wildcats starting running back. He is considered an all-purpose back that can run with some purpose.

Not only that, but Williams also serves as Kentucky’s kick returner, a title he also retains from last season, when he averaged a team-leading 115.9 all-purpose yards per game. He’s a lock to lead the team in that area once again.

THE HEAT-SEEKING MISSILE — JOSH FORREST

Before being drafted into the NFL, Bud Dupree led the Wildcats last season in tackles for a loss with 12.5. Forrest wasn’t too far behind him with 8 and is a strong candidate to lead the team in tackles for a loss this season.

As the Wildcats returning tackler, Forrest is a ballhawk in general. But his most effective stops come in the backfield and the Kentucky defense will need plenty of those from him this season in order to be successful.