What a turnaround. Just one week after Kentucky football’s offense only scored one touchdown in a 10-3 defensive slugfest against Auburn, the Wildcats exploded for five offensive touchdowns in a statement win over Florida. Behind a breakout performance from redshirt freshman quarterback Cutter Boley, Kentucky rolled to a 38-7 victory at Kroger Field, which was its first SEC home win since defeating Florida in 2023.
From start to finish, this was a complete performance on both sides of the ball. Kentucky’s
offense looked rejuvenated, moving the ball efficiently through the air and on the ground, while the defense caused chaos for Florida’s quarterback DJ Lagway, forcing three interceptions that completely shifted momentum.
After a slow start to SEC play, this marked Kentucky’s second straight conference win, giving Mark Stoops’ team a much-needed confidence boost heading into the final stretch of the season.
Highlights
MVP: Cutter Boley
It was the night Kentucky fans had been waiting for. Cutter Boley, the hometown product from Kentucky, delivered a coming-out party in front of a big crowd at Kroger Field. The redshirt freshman was poised, confident, and in total control of the offense, going 18/23 for 168 passing yards and two touchdowns.
Boley’s accuracy and decision-making stood out all night. He spread the ball around to multiple receivers, kept plays alive with his legs, and showcased the arm talent that made him one of Kentucky’s top recruits in recent years. Every drive seemed to build his confidence, and by the fourth quarter, it was clear this was his team.
A big shoutout also goes to the entire defense. That unit was elite throughout the night.
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