CJ Baxter and Jason Patterson lead Kentucky to upset over Texas A&M
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Kentucky Football secured a significant 31–21 victory against No. 9 Texas A&M on September 19, 2026. Senior running back CJ Baxter played a pivotal role with 87 rushing yards and two touchdowns, both scored in the third quarter, establishing a 21-point advantage. His teammate, Jason Patterson, also contributed with 58 yards on six carries, forming an effective backfield duo. This win marks a peak performance for Kentucky, leaving fans at Kyle Field surprised. The Wildcats will face 2–1 South Alabama next, aiming to continue their momentum.
- •Kentucky defeated Texas A&M 31–21 on September 19, 2026.
- •CJ Baxter scored two touchdowns and ran for 87 yards.
- •Jason Patterson added 58 yards on six carries.
- •Kentucky aims to build on this performance against South Alabama.
- •Baxter leads the team with four rushing touchdowns this season.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — CJ Baxter and Jason Patterson are becoming the 1-2 punch Kentucky Football needs
"This was Baxter’s second multi-score game this season, but it’s Patterson who continues to break the big runs.
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