Kentucky football defeats South Alabama 45-21, moves into AP Top 25

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Kentucky football defeats South Alabama 45-21, moves into AP Top 25
Summary

Kentucky football secured a 45-21 victory against South Alabama on September 28, improving their record to 3-1. After a slow start, the Wildcats relied heavily on their running game, amassing nearly 400 rushing yards. C.J. Baxter, Jason Patterson, and Javantae Barnes each surpassed 100 rushing yards and contributed to the scoring. While the Wildcats' defense struggled to pressure the quarterback in the first half, they found their footing later in the game. Coach Will Stein expressed dissatisfaction with the team's performance, highlighting areas needing improvement. Kentucky's strong running game and their entrance into the AP Top 25 were notable points following the match.

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  • •Kentucky improves to 3-1 on the season
  • •C.J. Baxter rushes for 149 yards and a touchdown
  • •Jason Patterson adds 137 rushing yards and three scores
  • •Kentucky enters the AP Top 25 for the first time this year
  • •Coach Stein critiques team's early performance despite winning
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The Kentucky football team struggled early on against South Alabama, but pulled away in the second half. Here are the stock up/stock down reports.

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