NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee rookie quarterback Will Levis already is familiar with new teammate Peter Skoronski, the Titans' top NFL draft pick.
Packers’ NFL draft picks suggest more change is on the way
April 30, 2023 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers might not be the only longtime Packer heading out of Green Bay.
The Packers drafted Auburn kicker Anders Carlson in the sixth round on Saturday. That move could lead to the exit of free agent Mason Crosby, who has a franchise-record 1,918 career points over 17 seasons.
Chance to revive Iowa offense excites ex-Wolverine McNamara
March 2, 2023 GMTIOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Cade McNamara saw an opportunity in Iowa’s offense.
After starting all 14 games for Michigan in 2021 and injuring his knee three games into last season, McNamara looks at his move as a fresh start and one that gives him a chance to revive one of the Bowl Subdivision's least productive offenses.
Portal to Pros: NFL teams eyeing rising number of transfers
February 1, 2023 GMTMOBILE, Ala. (AP) — The prolific pace of school-switching among college players has helped some NFL prospects have breakout seasons and demonstrate they can adapt to a new system.
Kentucky, Calipari frustrated by season-long struggles
January 13, 2023 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky All-American forward Oscar Tshiebwe is wondering whether the Wildcats' walk-ons should play at this point in a frustrating season, just to show some fire.
For college basketball’s reigning player of the year to challenge his talented teammates speaks volumes of the crisis within one of the sport’s most prestigious and successful programs.
Kentucky rehires Liam Coen to guide offense and quarterbacks
January 10, 2023 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky coach Mark Stoops has re-hired former Los Angeles Rams assistant Liam Coen as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, returning him to the program he built into one of the SEC’s top attacks in 2021.
Virginia’s Armstrong commits to play QB at NC State
January 8, 2023 GMTRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong is transferring to North Carolina State.
Gore’s record performance headlines AP all-bowl selections
January 5, 2023 GMTThe son of one of the NFL’s most prolific running backs made quite a name for himself this bowl season.
Southern Mississippi’s Frank Gore Jr. rushed for 329 yards – the most in any bowl game ever – to lead the Golden Eagles to a 38-24 LendingTree Bowl victory over Rice.
Iowa posts 1st Music City Bowl shutout, tops Kentucky 21-0
December 31, 2022 GMTNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Joe Labas threw for 139 yards and a touchdown in his first start and Iowa posted the first shutout in the Music City Bowl's 24-year history by beating Kentucky 21-0 Saturday.
Music City gives Iowa chance for payback against Kentucky
December 30, 2022 GMTMusic City Bowl: Iowa (7-5) vs. Kentucky (7-5), Dec. 31, noon EST (ABC)
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK COLLEGE LINE: Iowa by 2 1/2.
Alabama’s Young, Anderson sticking around for Sugar Bowl
December 19, 2022 GMTBryce Young and Will Anderson Jr. decided they had unfinished business at Alabama, even if it isn't another shot at a national championship.
Hawkeyes, Wildcats to meet Dec. 31 in Music City Bowl
December 4, 2022 GMTIowa (7-5, Big Ten) vs. Kentucky (7-5, Southeastern Conference), Dec. 31, noon ET
Levis, Ruffolo carry Kentucky past rival Louisville 26-13
November 27, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — A rivalry game was just what Kentucky needed to snap out of a second-half tailspin and play the way it wanted.
Will Levis passed for two touchdowns, including a 3-yarder to Barion Brown in the third quarter, Matt Ruffolo kicked a career-best four field goals and the Wildcats topped archrival Louisville 26-13 on Saturday for their fourth consecutive Governor’s Cup victory.
Kentucky, Louisville square off in Bluegrass showdown
November 23, 2022 GMTLouisville (7-4) at Kentucky (6-5), Saturday, 3 p.m. EST (SEC)
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK COLLEGE LINE: Kentucky by 2½.
Iron Bowl still stands out, even without CFP implications
November 23, 2022 GMTA look at Week 13 in the Southeastern Conference:
GAME OF THE WEEK
Auburn (5-6, 2-5) at No. 8 Alabama (9-2, 5-2, No. 8 CFP) .
Rivalry week picks: From Egg Bowl to Apple Cup to The Game
November 22, 2022 GMTConference title and playoff hopes are just part of what's on the line during college football's rivalry weekend.
There's the Golden Egg in Mississippi. The Territorial Cup in Arizona. The Old Oaken Bucket in Indiana.
Kentucky’s Mark Stoops gets raise, contract extended to 2031
November 20, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky coach Mark Stoops has signed an amended contract extension through June 2031 that in February will boost his base annual salary to $8.6 million plus incentives.
The 10th-year coach, who is earning $6.35 million this season, signed the new deal on Nov.
Top 25 Takeaways: Contenders live on edge, where TCU thrives
November 20, 2022 GMTCollege Football Playoff contenders lived on the edge in Week 12, with the top four teams all teetering to varying degrees and at various points. Then No. 5 Tennessee went down with a thud.
No. 1 Georgia tops Kentucky, goes unbeaten in SEC again
November 20, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Between Kenny McIntosh and Jack Podlesny, top-ranked Georgia got all the important points it needed on a day where style points weren't possible.
Florida looks to extend winning streak over Vanderbilt
November 17, 2022 GMTFlorida (6-4, 3-4 SEC) at Vanderbilt (4-6, 1-5), Saturday, 12 p.m. EST (SEC Network)
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK COLLEGE LINE: Florida by 14 1/2
Top-ranked Georgia seeks perfect SEC finish against Kentucky
November 17, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Not long ago, Georgia and Kentucky were both unbeaten and seemingly on a collision course for SEC East supremacy.
The top-ranked Bulldogs (10-0, 7-0 SEC, No.
No. 1 Georgia eyes 2nd perfect SEC record in row at Kentucky
November 17, 2022 GMTNo. 1 Georgia (10-0, 7-0 SEC, No. 1 CFP) at Kentucky (6-4, 3-4), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EST (CBS)
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK COLLEGE LINE: Georgia by 22 1/2.
No. 1 Georgia closes SEC schedule at Kentucky
November 17, 2022 GMTA look at Week 12 in the Southeastern Conference:
GAME OF THE WEEK
No. 1 Georgia (10-0 7-0, No.
Vanderbilt stuns Kentucky to end 26-game SEC losing streak
November 12, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Mike Wright ran 59 yards for a touchdown and completed an 8-yard touchdown pass to Will Sheppard with 32 seconds left for a 24-21 win over Kentucky Saturday, snapping a 26-game Southeastern Conference losing streak.
Kentucky seeks consecutive SEC wins; Vanderbilt wants first
November 10, 2022 GMTVanderbilt (3-6, 0-5 SEC) at Kentucky (6-3, 3-3), Saturday, 12 p.m. EST (SEC)
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK COLLEGE LINE: Kentucky by 17 1/2
No. 5 Vols looking to stay in playoff race hosting Missouri
November 10, 2022 GMTKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Fifth-ranked Tennessee still has plenty left to play for if the Volunteers take care of business down the stretch.
First up is trying to finish off a perfect record at home Saturday against Missouri.
Kentucky escapes Missouri with 21-17 victory
November 5, 2022 GMTCOLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Amid a contest in which the defenses for Kentucky and Missouri flexed their muscles most of the afternoon, it was a botched punt snap that proved the difference for the Wildcats in escaping with a 21-17 victory over the Tigers on Saturday.
Missouri coach Drinkwitz gets 2-year contract extension
November 5, 2022 GMTMissouri coach Eli Drinkwitz received a two-year contract extension Saturday, tying him to the program through the 2027 season, just hours before the Tigers lost another heartbreaker to Kentucky at Faurot Field.
Kentucky tries to bounce back from loss in trip to Missouri
November 3, 2022 GMTKentucky (5-3, 2-3 SEC) at Missouri (4-4, 2-3), noon EST (SECN)
Line: Kentucky by 1 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
No. 2 Ohio State stays unbeaten, scores 28 in 4th quarter
October 30, 2022 GMTSTATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — J.T. Tuimoloau had a strip sack to set up No. 2 Ohio State for a touchdown and then had a pick-6 for the Buckeyes, who scored 28 points in the fourth quarter to erase a deficit and beat No.
Hyatt’s 2 TDs lead No. 3 Tennessee over No. 19 Kentucky 44-6
October 30, 2022 GMTKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — No looking ahead for Jalin Hyatt and No. 3 Tennessee.
The Volunteers were ready for Kentucky.
Hyatt caught five passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns to lead Tennessee to a 44-6 victory over No.
No. 3 Vols avoid looking past No. 19 Kentucky to Georgia
October 27, 2022 GMTNo. 19 Kentucky (5-2, 2-2 SEC) at No. 3 Tennessee (7-0, 3-0), Saturday, 7 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Line: Tennessee by 12 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
What to Watch: Big Ten East set to become 2-team race again
October 27, 2022 GMTNo. 2 Ohio State and No. 4 Michigan could, and should, create some separation at the top of the Big Ten East Division on Saturday and make it a two-team race to be decided once again on the last weekend of November.
Rare ranked showdown for No. 3 Tennessee, No. 19 Kentucky
October 27, 2022 GMTKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — More than just bragging rights will be on the line Saturday night between Tennessee and Kentucky.
It will simply be the biggest game between these border rivals in 71 years.
No. 3 Tennessee, No. 19 Kentucky highlights SEC games
October 27, 2022 GMTA look at Week 9 in the Southeastern Conference:
GAME OF THE WEEK
No. 3 Tennessee (7-0, 3-0 SEC) hosts No. 19 Kentucky (5-2, 2-2)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: LSU-Alabama a big game again
October 24, 2022 GMTAlabama-LSU is a big game again after a two-year hiatus.
LSU moved back into the AP Top 25 presented by Regions Bank on Sunday at No.
No. 6 Alabama, No. 24 Mississippi St each seek SEC rebounds
October 20, 2022 GMTA look at Week 8 in the Southeastern Conference:
GAME OF THE WEEK
No. 6 Alabama (6-1, 3-1 SEC) hosts No. 24 Mississippi State (5-2, 2-2)
Rodriguez’s 2 TD runs push No. 22 Kentucky past Miss. State
October 16, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Challenged by Mark Stoops to do better, No. 22 Kentucky rebounded from a sluggish outing with a performance the coach knew it was capable of.
Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed for 196 yards and two fourth-quarter scores, Will Levis returned from a one-game absence to throw a go-ahead touchdown pass and the Wildcats topped No.
Levis back at QB for No. 22 Kentucky vs No. 16 Miss. State
October 15, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Will Levis returned at quarterback for No. 22 Kentucky against No. 16 Mississippi State on Saturday a week after missing a Southeastern Conference loss to South Carolina with a left foot injury.
No. 16 Mississippi St., No. 22 Kentucky meet in SEC showdown
October 13, 2022 GMTNo. 16 Mississippi State (5-1, 2-1 SEC) at No. 22 Kentucky (4-2, 1-2), Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network)
Line: Mississippi State by 4 1/2 according to FanDuel.com Sportsbook.
No. 16 Mississippi State aims to stay hot vs No. 22 Kentucky
October 13, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Mississippi State is playing its best football under Mike Leach with three consecutive lopsided victories sparked by strong play on both sides of the ball.
The No. 16 Bulldogs now aim to prove they can do it on the road Saturday night at No.
No. 3 Alabama-No. 6 Tennessee highlights SEC schedule
October 13, 2022 GMTA look at Week 7 n the Southeastern Conference:
GAME OF THE WEEK
No. 3 Alabama (6-3, 3-0 SEC) at No. 6 Tennessee (5-0, 2-0)
Heupel, Anderson, Hooker headline AP’s SEC midseason awards
October 12, 2022 GMTWill Anderson is one of the nation’s top pass rushers. Hendon Hooker has been among the hottest passers.
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Good win? Bad loss? Resume check
October 10, 2022 GMTBeating Oklahoma has been a way to get ranked in the Big 12 — which is odd considering how poorly the Sooners have played lately.
No. 22 Texas became the third Big 12 team in the last three weeks to defeat Oklahoma on Saturday and end up in the AP Top 25 presented by Regions Bank on Sunday.
Rattler, South Carolina shut down No. 13 Kentucky 24-14
October 9, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Shane Beamer had multiple reasons to savor his first road win in over a year.
Not only did South Carolina provide his initial Southeastern Conference victory away from home, it never trailed while conquering No.
No. 1 Alabama makes goal-line stand to beat Texas A&M 24-20
October 9, 2022 GMTTUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Milroe threw for three touchdowns in his first start and No. 1 Alabama made a final goal-line stand to escape with a 24-20 victory over Texas A&M on Saturday night in a battle of backup quarterbacks.
Sheron starts at QB for No. 13 Kentucky for injured Levis
October 8, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kaiya Sheron started at quarterback for No. 13 Kentucky in Saturday night’s Southeastern Conference game against South Carolina, replacing injured senior Will Levis.
Levis entered Kroger Field with a boot on his left foot and did not participate in pregame warmups.
No. 13 Kentucky seeks SEC rebound, 3-peat vs South Carolina
October 6, 2022 GMTSouth Carolina (3-2, 0-2 SEC) at No. 13 Kentucky (4-1, 1-1), Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET (SEC)
Line: Kentucky favored by 6 according to FanDuel.com Sportsbook.
No. 13 Kentucky aims for SEC rebound against South Carolina
October 6, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky coach Mark Stoops is sticking with the game plan and the quarterback who runs it.
Will Levis and the No. 13 Wildcats just need to ensure golden opportunities don't slip from their grasp like last week.
College Football Picks: All eyes on ... Lawrence, Kansas!
October 5, 2022 GMTSo, about that game of the year ...
The much-anticipated matchup between Texas A&M and Alabama, after an offseason feud between the team's championship-winning coaches, is not nearly as interesting as expected.
Crimson Tide stays undefeated despite losing QB Young
October 2, 2022 GMTFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — After Bryce Young was knocked out of the game with a shoulder injury in the second quarter, No. 2 Alabama turned to Jahmyr Gibbs and backup quarterback Jalen Milroe to pull away from No.
No. 14 Mississippi beats mistake-prone No. 7 Kentucky 22-19
October 1, 2022 GMTOXFORD, Miss. (AP) — Lane Kiffin changed his opinion of his defense after No. 14 Mississippi forced two turnovers in the final three minutes to preserve a 22-19 win over No. 7 Kentucky on Saturday.
Will Levis, No. 7 Kentucky visit No. 14 Mississippi
September 29, 2022 GMTNo. 7 Kentucky (4-0, 1-0 SEC) at No. 14 Ole Miss (4-0, 0-0), Saturday, noon ET (ESPN)
Line: Ole Miss by 6 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
No. 7 Kentucky visits No. 14 Mississippi in SEC showdown
September 29, 2022 GMTA look at Week 5 in the Southeastern Conference:
GAME OF THE WEEK
No. 7 Kentucky (4-0, 1-0 SEC) at No. 14 Mississippi (4-0, 0-0)
Wildcats, Rebels have first game as ranked teams since ’58
September 29, 2022 GMTKentucky vs. Mississippi is quite a meaningful matchup in the Southeastern Conference these days.
College Football Picks: Michigan, Washington hit the road
September 28, 2022 GMTFor a few ranked teams, the first month of the season was all about home sweet home.
No. 4 Michigan (4-0), No. 9 Oklahoma State (3-0) and No. 15 Washington (4-0) will play their first road games of the season this weekend.
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Unbeaten Kansas left out again
September 26, 2022 GMTNot quite, Kansas.
A 4-0 start put the Jayhawks atop the others receiving votes pile Sunday in The Associated Press college football poll presented by Regions Bank, 41 points behind No.
AP Top 25: Vols, Wolfpack join top 10; Florida State returns
September 25, 2022 GMTTennessee and North Carolina State broke into the top 10 of The Associated Press college football poll Sunday, and Florida State is back in the rankings for the first time in four years.
Kansas State leads No. 6 Oklahoma the whole way in 41-34 win
September 25, 2022 GMTNORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Kansas State quarterback Adrian Martinez ran for 148 yards and four touchdowns, and the Wildcats stunned No. 6 Oklahoma 41-34 on Saturday night.
Martinez also passed for 234 yards and a score and Deuce Vaughn rushed for 116 yards for the Wildcats (3-1, 1-0 Big 12).
Levis’ 4 TDs help No. 8 Kentucky hold off Northern Illinois
September 25, 2022 GMTLEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Otherwise under siege in the pocket, Will Levis got just enough protection to make big throws when No. 8 Kentucky needed them.
The quarterback tied a career best with four touchdown passes, including critical scores of 70 and 40 yards to Barion Brown and Tayvion Robinson, after halftime, and the Wildcats held off Northern Illinois 31-23 on Saturday night.