Kentucky rallies but struggles with third-down defense against South Carolina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
Kentucky football faced South Carolina in Columbia on October 3, 2026, initially trailing 17-0 before taking a 24-20 lead. However, a crucial 75-yard run by LaNorris Sellers shifted the momentum. Both teams exchanged touchdowns, and the game went to overtime. Kentucky managed a late score to tie, then secured a victory by converting a two-point attempt. Will Stein emphasized the need for improvement on third-down defense ahead of a matchup against LSU.
- •Kentucky initially fell behind but led 24-20 in the third quarter.
- •LaNorris Sellers' 75-yard run allowed South Carolina to regain the lead.
- •Kentucky tied the game and went on to overtime.
- •Will Stein highlighted issues with third-down defense after the game.
- •Kentucky faces LSU next, presenting another challenge for their defense.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — 3rd-down defense nearly cost Kentucky in Columbia; Will Stein knows it must improve
"Kentucky has another big test vs. a dual-threat QB this week in Sam Leavitt.
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