Kentucky stopped a three-game losing skid with a 34-17 victory over Vanderbilt. The Wildcats exploded in the first half by jumping out to a 31-3 lead and held on to defeat the Commodores 34-17. Kentucky finished its SEC slate with a 5-3 record and sole possession of second place in the East. New Mexico State and Senior Day are up next. The 1-9 Aggies are coming off a 59-3 trouncing to Alabama.
The Wildcats have an opportunity to extend their record to 8-3 against an opponent they should defeat. New Mexico State is led by former Kentucky quarterback and coach Doug Martin.