Published 3 hours ago • loading... • Updated 30 minutes ago
No. 12 Alabama Overcomes Halftime Deficit to Beat Kentucky 45-17
Alabama scored 32 unanswered points and held Kentucky scoreless after halftime to erase a 17-13 deficit, officials said.
On Saturday, the Alabama Crimson Tide rallied past the Kentucky Wildcats 45-17 at Kroger Field, scoring 32 unanswered points in the second half after trailing 17-13 at halftime.
Kentucky's defense forced three turnovers and four sacks in the first half, leading 17-13 at halftime; defensive lineman Mi'Quise Humphrey-Grace returned an interception for a touchdown to give the Wildcats an early advantage.
Sparked by quarterback Keelon Russell, Alabama's offense compiled 343 total yards, including 150 rushing yards in the second half. Russell threw for 188 yards and a touchdown to lead the Crimson Tide's resurgence.
Quarterback Kenny Minchey threw for 146 yards and one touchdown, but the Wildcats managed just 62 yards in the second half, dropping Kentucky to 0-1 in Southeastern Conference play.
Kentucky travels to face 10th-ranked Texas A&M at Kyle Field on September 19, while Alabama hosts Florida State next Saturday. Both teams continue their early-season schedules with significant matchups ahead.