Kentucky prepares for SEC opener against Texas A&M in College Station
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Kentucky football faces Texas A&M in their SEC road opener on Saturday, September 19. After a loss to Alabama, where they held a halftime lead, Kentucky seeks to respond against the eighth-ranked Aggies. Head coach Will Stein emphasizes the need for resilience as they adjust to road play for the first time this season. Quarterback Kenny Minchey will make his first road start, needing support from teammates in a challenging environment at Kyle Field. Defensively, Kentucky's Jay Bateman, the former A&M coordinator, returns to face his old team.
- •Kentucky lost to Alabama 45-17 in their last game.
- •Texas A&M is ranked No. 8 in the US LBM Coaches Poll.
- •The game will take place at Kyle Field at 3:30 p.m. ET.
- •Quarterback Kenny Minchey seeks to perform well in a hostile environment.
- •Jay Bateman faces Texas A&M after serving as their defensive coordinator.
- 9:12 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky vs. Texas A&M storylines, players to watch in SEC matchup
"Kentucky football is set for its SEC road opener at Texas A&M. Here are storylines and players to watch in the Wildcats' game against the Aggies.
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