UT Kentucky Game: Tennessee Dominates with 34-10 Victory

UT Kentucky Game Details

Date and Time

The game between the University of Tennessee and the University of Kentucky took place on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The kickoff was at 7:45 p.m. EDT.
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Location

The game was held at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Preview

The Tennessee Volunteers, ranked No. 7, hosted the Kentucky Wildcats in Week 10 of the 2024 college football season. Tennessee entered the game with a 6-1 record, coming off a bye week following a significant win over Alabama. They are in strong contention for a spot in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff.
Kentucky, with a 3-5 record, has struggled recently, losing five of their last seven games. They are in danger of missing the postseason for the first time in nine years. The Wildcats have also lost three consecutive SEC games since a notable win over Mississippi.

Key Matchups

  • Tennessee's Running Game: The Volunteers' running game, ranked No. 7 in the country, is a significant threat. Running back Dylan Sampson has been particularly effective, rushing for over 100 yards in all but one game this season.
  • Kentucky's Defense: Kentucky's defense will need to stop Tennessee's running game and force Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava to rely on his arm. Kentucky is ranked No. 52 in the country against the run.
  • Kentucky's Offense: Kentucky's offense, led by quarterback Brock Vandagriff, has struggled, especially in SEC games where they have yet to score more than 20 points.

Predictions and Odds

  • Spread and Odds: Tennessee is favored by 16.5 points, with the total points set at 45.5. The moneyline odds are -880 for Tennessee and +580 for Kentucky.
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  • Computer Predictions: Most analytical models favor Tennessee, with some predicting a victory margin of up to 20.6 points.

Viewing Options

The game was broadcast on the SEC Network. Live streams were available through FuboTV, SlingTV, and DirecTV Stream, all offering free trials or discounted rates.

Final Score

The game ended with Tennessee defeating Kentucky 34-10, aligning with the predictions of a decisive victory for the Volunteers.