Stoops has a 4-1 record vs. Derek Mason, but he’s only won once in Nashville, a 44-21 victory in 2017. It was the last time a Stoops team has scored more than 40 against an SEC team. Despite UK’s recent offensive struggles, that could happen this afternoon in Nashville.
Without a senior starter, this will be the worst defensive line Kentucky has faced since Eastern Michigan. Vanderbilt ranks 103rd nationally in rush defense, surrendering 196.7 yards per game. The last time they faced a rushing quarterback, Ole Miss picked up 9.3 yards per carry for 413 total. Offensively, the Commodores aren’t much better.