The first SEC conference game of the 2026 season has arrived for the Alabama Crimson Tide, facing the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday afternoon in Lexington.
A conference opponent Alabama has not faced since 2023, both of Alabama and Kentucky enter Week 2 sitting at 1-0 overall on the season. The Crimson Tide opened the season last Saturday with a 48-10 win over East Carolina, while Kentucky defeated Youngstown State, 45-13.
Kentucky is also a new look team this season, led by a first-year head coach in Will Stein. The Wildcats' roster is also loaded with impact transfers on both sides of the ball, headlined by quarterback Kenny Minchey and running back CJ Baxter, among others.
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Following is a look at the latest odds for Saturday's SEC showdown in Lexington, as well as injury updates, a pick for the game, and more.
Alabama vs. Kentucky Week 2 game odds:
Odds according to BetMGM as of Friday, Sept. 11:
- Money Line: Alabama (-375), Kentucky (+310)
- Spread: Alabama (-10)
- Over/Under: 48.5
Alabama vs. Kentucky Week 2 Availability Report:
According to SEC Availability Report as of Thursday, Sept. 10:
Alabama:
- Noah Rogers, Wide Receiver - Out
- Jorden Edmonds, Defensive Back - Out
- Zyan Gibson, Defensive Back - Out
- Cayden Jones, Linebacker - Out
- Nick Sherman, Defensive Back - Out
- Jeremiah Beaman, Defensive Line - Out
- Michael Carroll, Offensive Line - Doubtful
- AK Dear, Running Back - Questionable
- Jireh Edwards, Defensive Back - Questionable
Kentucky:
- Jay Clark, Offensive Line - Out
- Andre Clarke Jr., Defensive Back - Questionable
- Max Anderson, Offensive Line - Questionable
- Aba Selm, Offensive Line - Questionable
Alabama vs. Kentucky Week 2 prediction, pick:
Prediction: Alabama 33, Kentucky 16 - The Crimson Tide are favored to win in Lexington, and are the pick here. I'll say Alabama has a big showing on the ground, and the Crimson Tide defense makes a few big plays late to secure the early season road win.
Alabama vs. Kentucky Week 2 channel, start time, streaming:
The first SEC matchup for both teams this season, Alabama and Kentucky are set to meet Saturday, Sept. 12, from Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC or Disney+.
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