The University of Kentucky Wildcats were defeated by the University of South Carolina Gamecocks 31-6 in their 2024 SEC opener, with Kentucky now holding a 1-1 overall record and 0-1 in the SEC. The Wildcats will face the No. 1-ranked Georgia Bulldogs next. In other SEC news, Tennessee Volunteers, led by promising quarterback Nico Iamaleava, are dealing with key injuries as they prepare to face NC State. Georgia Bulldogs, heavy favorites against Tennessee Tech, are also managing injuries in their lineup. The SEC has introduced a new initiative requiring teams to release injury reports before conference games to promote transparency and fairness, particularly to address gambling concerns.