Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

  • Alden Turcotte
  • September 29, 2024 04:03am
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Kentucky has stunned the college football world once again, this time upsetting sixth-ranked Ole Miss 20-17 in Oxford, Mississippi.

The Kentucky Wildcats have pulled off their second major upset in as many weeks, following their near-victory over top-ranked Georgia with a stunning defeat of sixth-ranked Ole Miss on Saturday.

The Wildcats traveled to Oxford, Mississippi, and emerged victorious in a hard-fought contest that came down to the final seconds. Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart led a late drive that gave his kicker a chance to tie the game, but Caden Davis' 48-yard field goal attempt hooked wide left with just 48 seconds remaining.

Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

Kentucky's defense held strong after allowing a crucial fourth down conversion to Dart, securing the upset win in emphatic fashion.

The Wildcats' offense struggled for most of the game, but they found their rhythm when it mattered most. Down 17-13 with under four minutes left, Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops made a bold decision to keep his offense on the field on fourth and 7 at their own 20-yard line.

Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

The gamble paid off as quarterback Brock Vandagriff connected with wide receiver Barion Brown for a 63-yard gain. Two plays later, a fortunate fumble by backup quarterback Gavin Wimsatt fell into the hands of tight end Josh Kattus, who scampered into the end zone for the game-winning touchdown.

Vandagriff finished with 243 passing yards and a touchdown in the win, while Dane Key hauled in eight receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown.

Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

Kentucky Wildcats Upset Sixth-Ranked Ole Miss, Shocking the College Football World

For Ole Miss, Dart threw for 261 yards and a touchdown while also adding 22 yards rushing. Tre Harris was a standout receiver, catching nine passes for 176 yards and a touchdown.

The Rebels, who fell to 4-1, will look to rebound next week against South Carolina. Meanwhile, Kentucky, now 3-2, will enjoy a bye week before returning to action against Vanderbilt on October 12.

The Wildcats' upset victory has sent shockwaves through the college football landscape, further solidifying their status as a team to watch in the SEC East. Stoops and his squad have proven that they have the potential to compete with the best of the best, and their ability to pull off these major upsets is a testament to their resilience and unwavering belief.

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