Kentucky football gets bowl game projections after upset victory over Texas A&M
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 9:17 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Kentucky football improved its postseason prospects with a 31-21 victory against No. 9 Texas A&M on September 20. Coach Will Stein expressed confidence in his team's abilities, leading to increased national attention. ESPN's Power Index now gives Kentucky a 53.3% chance of making a bowl game, with projections for matchups against teams like Cincinnati and Nebraska. Despite the positive momentum, some analysts remain skeptical due to Kentucky's challenging remaining schedule, which includes several ranked opponents.
- •Kentucky defeated Texas A&M 31-21 in College Station.
- •Kentucky's bowl game chances rose to 53.3% according to ESPN.
- •Projections include matchups against Cincinnati and Nebraska.
- •The team faces tough opponents, including ranked teams, ahead.
- •Coach Will Stein remains optimistic about the season's potential.
- 9:17 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Football is getting more bowl projections, but not everyone is sold on the Wildcats
"The Cats have been showered with love after upsetting Texas A&M on the road, but not everyone is bought in.
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