Kentucky blew past Vanderbilt 34-17 tonight to head into the bye week with a 7-1 record and likely a top 10 ranking.
The Wildcats are currently in sole possession of first place in the Southeastern Conference standings with a 5-1 record.
Quarterback Kenny Minchey was 19-for-26 through the air for 203 yards and a touchdown. He also ran for a score.
Jovantae Barnes led the Cats on the ground with 15 carries for 68 yards.
Starting running back C.J. Baxter left the game early with an apparent shoulder injury. Coach Will Stein said after the game that he believes everyone will be healthy for the Tennessee game in two weeks, indicating that Baxter’s injury doesn’t seem serious.
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With the loss, Vanderbilt falls to 3-5 overall and 0-5 in the SEC.
Kentucky will have a week off before heading to Knoxville in two weeks.
