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Volunteers Down Kentucky 24-7 - Match Report

The Wildcats came up short against the Volunteers in Week 11 action on Saturday, falling 24-7 at Neyland Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Volunteers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 42.5.

Ty Chandler rushed for 89 yards, while Tim Jordan added 63 yards in the win. Marquez Callaway and Tim Jordan added 56 and 41 receiving yards respectively.

Benjamin Snell, Jr. rushed for 81 yards for Kentucky, while Asim Rose added 9 yards. Terry Wilson threw for 172 yards for the Wildcats, while receivers Lynn Bowden and C.J. Conrad had 57 and 39 yards respectively.

Kentucky was outgained by Tennessee 412-262 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 19-16 by the Wildcats.

The time of possession battle favored Tennessee as their offense was on the field for 30:10, longer than the 29:50 of their opponents.

Tennessee looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Missouri. Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Middle Tennessee.