Kentucky Wildcats rise in college football rankings after win over Texas A&M
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Kentucky Wildcats are nearing the top 25 in the AP Poll after defeating No. 9 Texas A&M by a significant margin. They received 98 votes in the latest rankings, placing them effectively 27th, while Texas A&M fell to No. 23. In the Coaches Poll, Kentucky ranks 30th with 54 votes. The Wildcats are set to play No. 10 LSU at home in Week 6 as they continue their strong season.
- •Kentucky ranks 27th in the AP Poll after beating Texas A&M.
- •Texas A&M remains in the rankings at No. 23.
- •Kentucky received 54 votes in the Coaches Poll, ranking 30th.
- •The Wildcats will face No. 10 LSU at home in Week 6.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats climb up new college football rankings
"The Cats are on the cusp of top-25 status after thrashing No. 9 Texas A&M.
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