Kentucky could not afford to lose both SEC home games to Missouri and Tennessee. The Wildcats lost both home games to Missouri and Tennessee. That made November road contests against Mississippi State and South Carolina near must-win games. The Wildcats handled their business in Starkville, but let a winning opportunity slip away in Columbia.
Despite a strong defensive performance, Kentucky’s offense had three turnovers in 11 non-kneel possessions and could not land the knockout punch in the second half despite having numerous opportunities. The Wildcats (6-5, 3-5) have now officially had a second disappointing season in a row and the Big Blue Nation is not happy with the current state of its football program.