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Louisville running back Jawhar Jordan (25) hurdles over Kentucky defensive back Jordan Lovett (25) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Levis, Ruffolo carry Kentucky past rival Louisville 26-13

By Gary B. Graves Nov. 26, 2022 06:38 PM EST

Louisville quarterback Brock Domann (19) runs in the open field during the first half of an NCAA college football game against North Carolina State in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Kentucky, Louisville square off in Bluegrass showdown

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 12:20 PM EST

Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops, middle, walks off the field after losing to Georgia in an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Kentucky's Mark Stoops gets raise, contract extended to 2031

Nov. 20, 2022 03:07 PM EST

Georgia defensive back Kelee Ringo (5) looks at Kentucky quarterback Will Levis after intercepting his pass and being tackled by him during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
No. 1 Georgia tops Kentucky, goes unbeaten in SEC again

By Gary B. Graves Nov. 19, 2022 06:56 PM EST

Mississippi State wide receiver Lideatrick Griffin, right, tries to jump past Georgia defenders during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Top-ranked Georgia seeks perfect SEC finish against Kentucky

By Gary B. Graves Nov. 17, 2022 11:47 AM EST

Vanderbilt linebacker CJ Taylor (13) runs down the field with the ball after making the game winning interception against Kentucky in an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Vanderbilt stuns Kentucky to end 26-game SEC losing streak

By Steve Mcclain Nov. 12, 2022 04:04 PM EST

Missouri head coach Eliah Drinkwitz walks to the sideline during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
Kentucky escapes Missouri with 21-17 victory

By Matt Derrick Nov. 05, 2022 06:06 PM EDT

Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hyatt's 2 TDs lead No. 3 Tennessee over No. 19 Kentucky 44-6

By Al Lesar Oct. 29, 2022 10:44 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel watches play on the Jumbotron during the second half of an NCAA college football game against the Tennessee Martin Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 65-24. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Rare ranked showdown for No. 3 Tennessee, No. 19 Kentucky

By Al Lesar Oct. 27, 2022 06:10 AM EDT

Kentucky linebacker DeAndre Square (5) celebrates with teammates after intercepting a Mississippi State pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Rodriguez's 2 TD runs push No. 22 Kentucky past Miss. State

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 15, 2022 11:24 PM EDT

Mississippi safety AJ Finley (21) and linebacker Austin Keys (11) force a fumble from Kentucky quarterback Will Levis (7) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Mississippi won 22-19. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)
Levis back at QB for No. 22 Kentucky vs No. 16 Miss. State

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 15, 2022 07:59 PM EDT

Kentucky tight end Jordan Dingle (85) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against South Carolina during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
No. 16 Mississippi State aims to stay hot vs No. 22 Kentucky

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 13, 2022 08:22 AM EDT

South Carolina players gather after a win over Kentucky in an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Rattler, South Carolina shut down No. 13 Kentucky 24-14

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 08, 2022 11:04 PM EDT

Mississippi safety AJ Finley (21) and linebacker Austin Keys (11) force a fumble from Kentucky quarterback Will Levis (7) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Mississippi won 22-19. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)
Sheron starts at QB for No. 13 Kentucky for injured Levis

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 08, 2022 07:49 PM EDT

South Carolina tight end Austin Stogner (18) carries South Carolina State defensive back Duane Nichols (10) into the end zone on a 15-yard touchdown reception during the second half of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Artie Walker Jr.)
No. 13 Kentucky aims for SEC rebound against South Carolina

By Gary B. Graves Oct. 06, 2022 08:09 AM EDT

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)
No. 14 Mississippi beats mistake-prone No. 7 Kentucky 22-19

By Chris Burrows Oct. 01, 2022 04:20 PM EDT

Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin greets fans during the Walk of Champions before an NCAA college football game against Tulsa in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)
Wildcats, Rebels have first game as ranked teams since '58

By John Zenor Sep. 29, 2022 03:10 AM EDT

Kentucky wide receiver Chauncey Magwood (10) motions for the crowd to get louder during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Northern Illinois in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Levis' 4 TDs help No. 8 Kentucky hold off Northern Illinois

By Gary B. Graves Sep. 24, 2022 10:26 PM EDT

Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops talks with an official during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Youngstown State in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
No. 8 Kentucky seeks more improvement vs Northern Illinois

By Gary B. Graves Sep. 22, 2022 10:14 AM EDT

Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops talks with an official during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Youngstown State in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
SEC breakthrough: Programs need players, culture, patience

By Pete Iacobelli Sep. 21, 2022 04:52 PM EDT