Alabama secures victory over Kentucky in second half at Kroger Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Alabama defeated Kentucky at Kroger Field on September 12, 2026, following a 32-point unanswered scoring run. Although the Wildcats held a competitive pace during the first half, the offense struggled significantly, failing to convert on 13 of 14 third-down attempts. Kentucky quarterback Kenny Minchey completed 18 of 31 passes for 146 yards, one touchdown, one interception, and one fumble while facing sustained pressure from the Alabama defensive front. Alabama did not record an offensive touchdown until the third quarter, at which point the Crimson Tide secured their first lead of the contest. Kentucky finished the game scoreless in the second half, allowing Alabama to pull away in the final 20 minutes of play. The Wildcats now prepare for a road game against Texas A&M at Kyle Field.
- •Alabama scored 32 unanswered points to secure the win at Kroger Field.
- •Kentucky quarterback Kenny Minchey threw for 146 yards and turned the ball over twice.
- •The Kentucky offense converted only one of 14 third-down attempts.
- •Kentucky travels to face Texas A&M at Kyle Field in the next game.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Football’s fatal flaws strike in 2nd-half blowout vs. Alabama
"Will Stein was loud and proud, Kroger Field was rocking. But the 2nd half was an absolutely disaster.
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