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Kentucky Wildcats running back Dante Dowdell (2) is tackled by Ole Miss players during the football game against Ole Miss on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor

At the whistle: Kentucky football falls 30-23 to No. 20 Ole Miss in 2025 SEC opener

Jonathon Bruner, Sports Editor September 6, 2025

Kentucky football (1-1, 0-1 SEC) fell to No. 20 Ole Miss (2-0, 1-0 SEC) by a score of 30-23. Both teams came into the game after week one victories as the Wildcats beat Toledo 24-16 and Ole Miss took...

Kentucky Wildcats fans celebrate after running back Seth McGowan (3) scored a touchdown during the football game vs. Toledo on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 24-16. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor

EDITORS PICKS: Kentucky Kernel sports editors predict Kentucky football vs. No. 20 Ole Miss

Jenna Lifshen and Jonathon Bruner September 6, 2025

Another gameday is upon us for Kentucky football, which means it's time for the second edition of editors picks from the Kentucky Kernel sports desk.  The Wildcats started the season 1-0 with a win...

Kentucky Wildcats fans celebrate after running back Seth McGowan (3) scored a touchdown during the football game vs. Toledo on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 24-16. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor

PREVIEW: Kentucky football set to host No. 20 Ole Miss to open SEC play in 2025

Jonathon Bruner, Sports Editor September 5, 2025

Kentucky football (1-0) is set to open SEC play at home against No. 20 Ole Miss (1-0) in week two of the 2025 season. WHAT TO WATCH- Both teams competed against non-conference programs in week one...

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