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Tennessee Volunteers and Kentucky Wildcats Face off in Crucial Showdown

Game time: October 28, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Kroger Field — Lexington, KY

Article updated Oct 22, 6:36 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

This Saturday, October 28, the Tennessee Volunteers and the Kentucky Wildcats will meet for an exciting game with potential Orange Bowl implications. The two teams are

Game outlook

This Saturday, October 28, the Tennessee Volunteers and the Kentucky Wildcats will meet for an exciting game with potential Orange Bowl implications. The two teams are currently tied, both having 5-2 records and 2-2 in-conference. Taking place at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, the game is set to begin at 7 p.m. EST and Tennessee is favored to win with a starting line of -3.5 that has yet to move.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 10/28/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: Kroger Field Stadium Volunteers vs Wildcats Betting Odds Moneyline: Volunteers -180 | Wildcats +150

Spread: Volunteers -3.5 (-110) | Wildcats +3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 51.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tennessee will win straight-up is 64%.

Tennessee Volunteers

Tennessee faced Alabama in an intense matchup last week, leading at the half and ultimately losing 34-20. Quarterback Joe Milton III put together a strong game, connecting on 28 of 41 passes for 271 yards and two touchdowns and adding 59 yards on the ground. Senior wide receiver Squirrel White had 10 receptions for 111 yards and 1 touchdown while their three able-backed accounted for 217 yards rushing. Despite 8 penalties for an average of 67 yards, Tennessee's offense scored an average of 31.6 points per game this season. Meanwhile, their defense has been dominant, allowing 19.4 points per game and 311 yards, with 4 sacks per game. With a power ranking of 12 and a 5-2 record (4-3 ATS), Tennessee continues to demonstrate a formidable offense and defense.

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Kentucky Wildcats Analysis

Led by Senior Quarterback Devin Leary and Senior running back Ray Davis, the Wildcats aim to make a statement in their remaining five power conference games. With their "Big Blue Wall" offensive line and defensive line shored up by sophomore Deone Walker, they are ready to make their mark in the season.

Kentucky Prepares for Five Challenging Games to Close Out Season

Coming off a bye week, Kentucky has had two weeks to get ready for their next five daunting games to close out the season. Coach Stoops commented on his game plan, noting the importance of keeping opponents off balance and the need to execute more efficiently. Currently, the Wildcats’ quarterback has a 54.1% completion rate and they average less than 200 yards per game through the air. With an average of 68.4 penalty yards per game and a 37% 3rd down conversion rate, the offense has some ground to cover. Tennessee averages 217 rushing yards per game and Kentucky’s rush defense allows only 96. Despite the Georgia Bulldogs throwing for 435 yards last week, Kentucky will remain focused on their game plan to “grow” as a program. Tennessee has lost both its road games and the line is at 3.5, suggesting they should win by at least a touchdown. We are on the road favorite for this matchup. Tennessee -3.5

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SportsJaw Volunteers vs Wildcats archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Volunteers vs Wildcats matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Tennessee Volunteers-162 → -181Moved
  • Moneyline · Kentucky Wildcats+132 → +160Moved
  • Spread · Tennessee Volunteers-3.5 (-110) → -4 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Kentucky Wildcats+3.5 (-110) → +4 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over51.5 (-110) → 50.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under51.5 (-110) → 50.25 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Tennessee Volunteers
4-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 5-4-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Kentucky Wildcats
4-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-22T22:36:35.194Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-10-29Kentucky Wildcats 6 · Tennessee Volunteers 44
  • 2021-11-06Tennessee Volunteers 45 · Kentucky Wildcats 42
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Tennessee Volunteers defeated Kentucky Wildcats 33-27

Tennessee Volunteers defeated Kentucky Wildcats 33-27 on October 28, 2023, a 6-point decision in the series. Tennessee Volunteers' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 10-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Tennessee Volunteers -4 (-110) spread, Tennessee Volunteers covered, while the 60 combined points finished over the recorded total of 50.25.

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Tipster picks

  • 1118240754Spread · Kentucky Wildcats +3.5 (-110)Loss
  • JaredkuntzSpread · Tennessee Volunteers -3.5 (-110)Win
  • Josh720Spread · Tennessee Volunteers +3.5 (-110)Win
  • SwamipicksSpread · Tennessee Volunteers -3.5 (-110)Win
  • KC28Spread · Kentucky Wildcats +4 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Kentucky Wildcats +4 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 50 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Kentucky Wildcats +4 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 50 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Tennessee Volunteers -4 (-110)Win