The No. 20 Tennessee Volunteers (5-2, 2-2 SEC) are set to face off against the Kentucky Wildcats (5-2, 2-2) in a crucial SEC showdown on Saturday at Kroger Field. With both teams coming off losses and looking to bounce back, this game is set to be a thrilling contest.
Below, we’ll outline our Tennesse at Kentucky predictions and picks while running through the odds for this SEC matchup.
Tennessee at Kentucky Odds Info
Moneyline: Tennessee Volunteers -176 (FanDuel) / Kentucky Wildcats +146 (FanDuel)
Spread: +3.5 – Tennessee Volunteers -110 (Bet365) / Kentucky Wildcats -110 (Bet365)
Total: 51.5 – -115 (DraftKings) / -105 (DraftKings)
Game Info
Date: Saturday, Oct. 28
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Kroger Field – Lexington, KY
TV: ESPN
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Tennessee Volunteers Betting Trends
- On the road, Tennessee Volunteers are 0 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Tennessee Volunteers are 3 and 3.
- Against the spread on the road, Tennessee Volunteers are 0 and 2.
Kentucky Wildcats Betting Trends
- At home, Kentucky Wildcats are 4 and 1 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Kentucky Wildcats are 4 and 3.
- Against the spread at home, Kentucky Wildcats are 3 and 2.
Tennessee at Kentucky Predictions
The Volunteers are coming off a 34-20 loss to No. 8 Alabama in Week 8, failing to cover as 9-point road underdogs. Despite the loss, Tennessee was on a 3-game winning streak before its loss to Alabama and has scored only 20 points in back-to-back weeks. The Volunteers’ offense, which ranks 7th in the SEC, will be looking to get back on track against the Wildcats.
On the other side, the Wildcats were defeated by No. 16 Missouri 38-21 in Week 7 as 1.5-point home favorites. Kentucky lost 2 games in a row before having its bye in Week 8, with the other loss coming to No. 1 Georgia. Despite the recent losses, the Wildcats’ defense, which is giving up only 23.57 points per game, will be a tough test for the Volunteers’ offense.
The key player matchup to watch in this game will be between Tennessee’s QB Joe Milton III and Kentucky’s QB Devin Leary. Both quarterbacks have been shaky this season, and their performances will likely be a deciding factor in this game. With the Under hitting in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these programs, this contest could be a low-scoring affair.
Tennessee at Kentucky Pick Against The Spread
The Volunteers have shown resilience in their previous games, even in their losses. Despite losing to Alabama, they managed to put up 20 points against one of the top teams in the nation. Their offense, which ranks 7th in the SEC, has the potential to put up big numbers, especially against a Wildcats defense that has been giving up an average of 23.57 points per game. Tennessee’s QB Joe Milton III, despite his shaky performance this season, could have a standout game against Kentucky’s defense.
On the other hand, the Wildcats have been on a downward trend, losing their last two games. Their offense, led by QB Devin Leary, has been inconsistent and could struggle against the Volunteers’ defense. Furthermore, the Under has hit in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these programs, indicating that this could be a low-scoring game. Given these factors, the pick here is Tennessee Volunteers against the Spread.
The Pick: Tennessee Volunteers -3.5 (Bet365)