Oxford, MS
Sep 28, 2024
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In a thrilling and strategically crafted contest, Kentucky achieved a stunning upset over No. 6 Ole Miss, securing a 20-17 victory thanks to both steady defense and opportune offensive plays. Ole Miss struck first, but the Wildcats shifted momentum by controlling possession and delivering clutch plays, holding a 10-7 halftime lead.
The suspense continued into the second half as Ole Miss regained the advantage with a long touchdown pass. Yet, the Wildcats showcased resilience and opportunism, notably capitalizing on a fumble recovery in the end zone, and survived a dramatic finish after Ole Miss missed a potential game-tying field goal. Key players such as Brock Vandagriff made vital contributions, exhibiting composure and tenacity in crucial moments to hand Coach Mark Stoops a career-defining win.
Jaxson Dart (Ole Miss)
Dart's 39-yard completion to Tre Harris set the stage for the opening touchdown. Harris’s acrobatic catch and run showcased Ole Miss's offensive prowess early, establishing a quick rhythm that promised high-scoring potential.
Octavious Oxendine (Kentucky)
Oxendine's critical sack on Dart demonstrated Kentucky's defensive tenacity, pivotal in curtailing Ole Miss's early momentum and setting the tone for a grueling defensive stand.
Dane Key (Kentucky)
Key’s precise 5-yard touchdown catch from Brock Vandagriff culminated a methodical drive, propelling Kentucky into a 10-7 lead and highlighting Key’s clutch receiving ability that would prove essential.
Caden Davis (Ole Miss)
Davis's field goal cut the deficit, energizing the Rebels and underscoring their capacity for rallying in tightly contested battles.
Tre Harris (Ole Miss)
Harris’s 48-yard touchdown from Dart electrified the crowd, reclaiming the lead for Ole Miss and showcasing his dynamic playmaking capability that made him a constant threat.
Harion Brown (Kentucky)
On fourth-and-7, Brown's 63-yard reception was a game-changer, propelling Kentucky's pivotal drive and utterly dismantled the Ole Miss secondary when the stakes were at their highest.
Josh Kattus (Kentucky)
Kattus fortuitously pounced on a fumble in the end zone, delivering the decisive touchdown in an unpredictable twist that encapsulated Kentucky's opportunistic edge.
Caden Davis (Ole Miss)
Davis narrowly missed a 48-yard field goal attempt, a heartbreaking moment that sealed Kentucky’s upset, emphasizing the narrow margins defining elite college football.
Brock Vandagriff (Kentucky, QB)
Vandagriff orchestrated an impactful performance with 243 passing yards and a touchdown pass, while also demonstrating unyielding calm under pressure, notably completing a defining 63-yard pass on fourth down.
Dane Key (Kentucky, WR)
Key was a pivotal offensive force, securing eight receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown, influencing the game with his route precision and critical gains on decisive downs.
Jaxson Dart (Ole Miss, QB)
Dart amassed 261 yards through accurate passes, delivering a significant touchdown and a late crucial completion, showcasing his agility in evading a relentless Kentucky pass rush.
Tre Harris (Ole Miss, WR)
Harris, with 11 receptions totaling 176 yards, electrified fans with explosive plays, including a game-changing 48-yard touchdown that was crucial in Ole Miss's offensive efforts.
Octavious Oxendine (Kentucky, DL)
Oxendine fortified the defense with multiple impactful sacks, neutralizing Ole Miss drives and instilling defensive confidence essential for the victory.
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Kentucky Wildcats
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7
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20
Ole Miss Rebels
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17