Kentucky rallies in second half to defeat Oklahoma 21-13
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

No. 15 Kentucky overcame a 13-7 deficit in the second half to secure a 21-13 victory against Oklahoma on Saturday night. Kenny Minchey threw two touchdown passes, and Jordan Castell returned an interception for a touchdown, which helped Kentucky tie for the SEC lead. The Wildcats struggled offensively for much of the game but capitalized on four interceptions of Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer, who threw for 270 yards but also made crucial mistakes. Following this win, Kentucky improves to 6-1 overall and 4-1 in the SEC, while Oklahoma falls to 3-3 and 1-2 in conference play. Kentucky will host Vanderbilt next, while Oklahoma prepares to face No. 16 Mississippi State.
- •Kentucky scored two touchdowns in the second half.
- •Jordan Castell returned an interception 41 yards for a touchdown.
- •Oklahoma's defense intercepted Minchey four times.
- •Kentucky improves to 6-1 overall and 4-1 in the SEC.
- •Kentucky will host Vanderbilt next week.
- 5:01 AMESPN NCAAF — No. 15 Kentucky grabs share of SEC lead with comeback win over Oklahoma
- 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — No. 15 Kentucky rallies to beat Oklahoma 21-13 and move into a tie for the SEC lead
"(AP) — Kenny Minchey threw two touchdown passes, Jordan Castell returned an interception 41 yards for a score and No. 15 Kentucky rallied in the second half to beat Oklahoma 21-13 on Saturday night and move into a tie for the Southeastern Conference lead.
"Kentucky pulled even with No. 1 Georgia for the SEC lead after rallying to beat Oklahoma 21-13 on Saturday night.
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External links- ESPN NCAAFOct 18, 2026, 5:01 AMNo. 15 Kentucky grabs share of SEC lead with comeback win over Oklahoma
Kentucky pulled even with No. 1 Georgia for the SEC lead after rallying to beat Oklahoma 21-13 on Saturday night.
- Yahoo SportsOct 18, 2026, 3:39 AMNo. 15 Kentucky rallies to beat Oklahoma 21-13 and move into a tie for the SEC lead
(AP) — Kenny Minchey threw two touchdown passes, Jordan Castell returned an interception 41 yards for a score and No. 15 Kentucky rallied in the second half to beat Oklahoma 21-13 on Saturday night and move into a tie for the Southeastern Conference lead.
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