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Kentucky Stuns No. 9 Texas A&M 31-21 in Coach Will Stein's First Road Game
Kentucky’s defense forced key turnovers and held Texas A&M scoreless after halftime as Will Stein earned his biggest early win.
On Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, unranked Kentucky defeated No. 9 Texas A&M 31-21 in College Station, marking the Wildcats' first ranked and Southeastern Conference win of the season.
Head coach Will Stein secured his first signature victory after a difficult start to his tenure in Lexington, delivering a defining early moment for the program.
Quarterback Kenny Minchey completed 14-18 for 252 yards and two touchdowns, while running back C.J. Baxter scored twice on the ground to fuel the upset.
Kentucky's defense, coordinated by Jay Bateman, forced four turnovers and held the hosts scoreless in the third quarter; Jordan Castell sealed the win with a late interception.
Kentucky could enter the Associated Press Top 25 poll following the performance and hosts South Alabama next Saturday at 12:45 p.m. on the SEC Network.