Ole Miss Wins 30-23 at Kentucky Advances 2-0 SEC Season

Ole Miss football, led by Lane Kiffin, secured a 30-23 road win over Kentucky, improving to 2-0 on the season and earning their first SEC victory. Despite a slow start and a minor injury to quarterback Austin Simmons, Ole Miss rallied with critical plays, including a key 55-yard fourth-down completion that shifted momentum. Kiffin highlighted the difficulty of winning on the road in the SEC and praised the team's execution across all phases, contrasting the 2025 win with the previous year's loss to Kentucky where Ole Miss struggled late. However, the game featured a notable betting upset when a late Kentucky field goal, following a timeout called by Kiffin, allowed Kentucky to cover the spread and swung wagering outcomes, much to Kiffin's amusement and apology to gamblers. The close rivalry and competitive nature of Ole Miss and Kentucky matchups under Kiffin continue to be marked by narrow margins and strategic plays. Ole Miss now prepares to host Arkansas while Kentucky looks to rebound against Eastern Michigan.