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Kentucky to Face No. 3 Texas in SEC Showdown, Longhorns Favored by 20 Points

Kentucky will face off against No. 3 Texas in a SEC battle on Saturday, Nov. 23. The Wildcats, currently 4-6 overall and 1-6 in conference play, will look to build on their recent win against FCS Murray State. Meanwhile, Texas, with a season record of 9-1 and 5-1 in the SEC, is favored to win with a -20 point spread. The game is set to kick off at 3:30 P.M. EST. Stay tuned for our preview and prediction of this matchup between Kentucky and Texas.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Wildcats +850 | Longhorns -1500
• Spread: Wildcats +20 (-110) | Longhorns -20 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 46.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 94%.

Kentucky vs Texas Stats

Kentucky Wildcats

Kentucky's football team is currently 4-6 overall and 1-6 in the SEC, with their only conference win coming against Ole Miss. After a four-game losing streak, they were able to bounce back with a decisive 48-6 victory over Murray State. Quarterback Brock Vandagriff had a solid performance in the win, while running back Jamarion Wilcox also made a significant contribution. On defense, Jamon Dumas-Johnson and J.J. Weaver have been standout players. Despite their struggles on offense, the Wildcats have a strong defense that is allowing an average of 19.3 points per game. Kentucky has performed well against the spread this season, going 6-4 overall and 3-0 as underdogs. Their power ranking is 87, with a strong defense but a struggling offense.

Texas Longhorns Analysis

The Texas Longhorns are currently 9-1 overall and ranked as the No. 3 team in the nation. They have secured impressive wins over ranked teams such as Michigan, Oklahoma, and Vanderbilt, with their only loss coming against Georgia. Despite their loss, the Longhorns have won three straight games leading up to Saturday's matchup. Their latest victory was a 20-10 win over Arkansas, with quarterback Quinn Ewers throwing for 176 yards and two touchdowns. Ewers leads the team with 1,898 yards and a completion rate of 68.4%, while Quintrevion Wisner and Jaydon Blue lead the team in receiving and rushing touchdowns respectively. Defensively, the Longhorns are led by Anthony Hill Jr. with 68 tackles and Colin Simmons with six sacks. Overall, Texas is averaging 37 points per game and has a strong defense ranked fourth in the nation, allowing only 136.5 passing yards per game. The Longhorns are 6-4 against the spread this season, with a 4-2 record when playing at home and a 2-4 record against SEC teams. When facing Texas, the under is 5-4-1 and 4-1-1 against SEC opponents.

Texas Expected to Win Against Kentucky, but Wildcats Could Cover the Spread

The Texas team is considered the superior team and is predicted to secure a victory on Saturday, with Kentucky potentially achieving a backdoor cover. Despite being better on paper, the Longhorns have faced challenges in blowing out opponents. Their offensive performance against Arkansas, in which they only scored 20 points, demonstrated this struggle. On the other hand, Kentucky's defense outperforms that of the Razorbacks, allowing fewer than 20 points per game and ranking 28th in pass defense. While Texas possesses the necessary athleticism to navigate around Kentucky's defense, the Wildcats are expected to put up a strong fight. Ultimately, Kentucky's offense may not be strong enough to secure an upset, but their defense is likely to keep the game close. Therefore, it is recommended to consider taking Kentucky to cover.

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