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Kentucky ends losing skid in Stark Vegas, earns bowl eligibility

Kentucky’s 15-year stretch of losses in Starkville is over as the Wildcats (6-3) knocked off Mississippi State 24-3 tonight.

The Wildcats methodically rolled to a 21-3 halftime lead before tacking on a field goal in the third quarter.

Kentucky quarterback Devin Leary was 13-for-22 for 156 yards and 2 touchdowns. The touchdown passes went to Dane Key and Demie Sumo-Karngbaye. Ray Davis had 21 carries for 80 yards.

Check out the highlights from the win:




With tonight’s victory, Kentucky is now bowl eligible for a program-record eighth consecutive season.

Alabama comes to Lexington for a noon battle with the Wildcats next Saturday.

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