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Kentucky football earns national recognition after win over Texas A&M

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 9:57 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Kentucky football earns national recognition after win over Texas A&M
Summary

Kentucky football continues its strong performance following a recent 31-21 victory over Texas A&M. The Wildcats garnered multiple accolades, with quarterback Kenny Minchey recognized on the Davey O'Brien's Great-8 Quarterback list and Sam Greene named SEC Player of the Week. Head coach Will Stein received the Dodd Trophy National Coach of the Week award, marking the team's highest-ranked win since 2024. Kentucky's achievement reflects an impressive start to the season, leading to increased attention around the program.

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  • •Kentucky defeats Texas A&M 31-21 on Saturday.
  • •Kenny Minchey completes 14-of-18 passes for 252 yards.
  • •Sam Greene earns SEC Player of the Week honors.
  • •Will Stein named Dodd Trophy National Coach of the Week.
  • •Kentucky recognized as Pop-Tarts Bowl Crazy Good Team of the Week.
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  • 9:57 PMYahoo Sports — UK football receives national honors following win over Texas A&M
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Kentucky football earns both conference, national accolades following upset win over Texas A&M

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