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Kentucky running back Kavosiey Smoke, right, runs the ball into the end zone during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Youngstown State in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)

Youngstown State linebacker Alex Howard (3) chases down Kentucky quarterback Will Levis (7) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)

Kentucky running back Kavosiey Smoke (0) celebrates with quarterback Will Levis (7) after a Smoke touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Youngstown State in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)

Youngstown State defensive back Ezekiel Blake (6) chases down Kentucky wide receiver DeMarcus Harris (4) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)