No. 20 Ole Miss Wins SEC Opener Over Kentucky 30-23

Ole Miss secured a 30-23 victory over Kentucky in their 2025 SEC opener, avenging last year's loss that contributed to their missing the College Football Playoff. Despite an early 10-0 deficit, Ole Miss rallied behind key plays, notably a 55-yard fourth-down conversion and Kewan Lacy's standout running performance, who recorded 138 yards and two consecutive 100-yard games to lead the SEC in rushing. Quarterback Austin Simmons showed promise but also had costly early interceptions, raising concerns about consistency in future games. Ole Miss' defense effectively limited Kentucky's time of possession to just over 32 minutes, a marked improvement from last season, helping the offense operate more freely. Kentucky's challenges included maintaining pressure on Simmons and avoiding big plays, areas where Ole Miss capitalized to secure the win. Coach Lane Kiffin praised the team's resilience and key players in postgame remarks, highlighting the significance of the SEC victory.