On paper, Kentucky should take care of business against Vanderbilt. The fact is games are not won on paper. There’s something about the series between these two teams that often leaves the BBN wanting more and it’s unlikely Saturday is an exception to that norm.
The Wildcats have an 88.4% chance to win according to ESPN’s FPI, and SP+ calls for a 24+ point UK win. Vanderbilt has the worst pass defense in the SEC and a rush defense that is allowing more than 4.5 yards per carry, about a half-yard shy of Chris Rodriguez‘s season average.