Kentucky football stages comeback win against South Carolina in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:51 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Kentucky football overcame an early 17-0 deficit to claim a 35-34 victory over South Carolina in overtime on October 5, 2026. The Wildcats struggled in the first half but rallied, aided by a critical turnover and improved offensive performance in the second half. Key players included Nic Anderson, who recorded five catches for 80 yards and a touchdown, and Kenny Minchey, who showed poise under pressure. Lance Heard also garnered attention for his impressive plays, significantly impacting the game. Despite the win, concerns remain about Kentucky's slow starts and inconsistent pass rush.
- •Kentucky moves to 4-1 on the season after the win.
- •The Wildcats scored 35 points after falling behind early.
- •Nic Anderson had a breakout game with 80 receiving yards.
- •Kentucky's pass rush struggled against LaNorris Sellers.
- •Kentucky dropped out of the AP Top 25 despite the win.
- 3:51 PMYahoo Sports — Stock up/stock down for Kentucky after beating South Carolina
"The Kentucky football team got a comeback win over South Carolina this week. Here's whose stock is soaring, and whose isn't afterwards.
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