He oversaw a 4-4-3 defense that gave up a measly 3.8 points a game in 1966, leading Notre Dame to an undefeated national championship that season.
In his second game, Kentucky upset quarterback Archie Manning's highly regarded Ole Miss team, which was ranked No.
During Ray's tenure, Kentucky's recruitment of African-American players increased, notably with star running back Sonny Collins.
Also during Ray's tenure plans were made and construction undertaken for Commonwealth Stadium, the current home of the Wildcats.
After leaving Kentucky Ray was an assistant coach in the NFL including as defensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills.