Kentucky vs. South Carolina: Wildcats on the Road! Game Preview

By: Danilo Pérez Published On: 27/09/2025

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The Kentucky Wildcats hit the road to face the South Carolina Gamecocks in a Southeastern Conference showdown this Saturday at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, S.C. Kickoff is set for 7:45 PM ET, and the game will be broadcast on the SEC Network.

Kentucky Seeks Road Victory

Kentucky enters the game with a 2-1 record, having secured wins against Toledo and Eastern Michigan while suffering a close defeat to Ole Miss. The Wildcats had a bye week to prepare for this crucial SEC matchup. Redshirt freshman Cutter Boley is expected to make his third career start at quarterback for Kentucky. Coach Mark Stoops has praised Boley's progress, highlighting his strong performance against Eastern Michigan where he threw for 240 yards and two touchdowns.

South Carolina Aims to Rebound

South Carolina is currently 2-2 after losing their last two games against Vanderbilt and Missouri. The Gamecocks are looking to turn things around on their home turf. Despite their recent struggles, South Carolina boasts a strong special teams unit, particularly in punt returns. Vicari Swain leads the nation with three punt return touchdowns.

Series History

South Carolina holds a 21-13-1 advantage in the all-time series against Kentucky, including a 10-5-1 record in Columbia. However, Kentucky won their last game in Columbia in 2021 (16-10). South Carolina has won the last two meetings, including a 17-14 victory in Kentucky's last visit to Columbia in 2023.

Key Matchups and Predictions

Analysts predict a close game. South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers will look to build on his performance against Mizzou, while Kentucky aims to establish their running game and play solid defense. One analyst predicts a double-digit victory for South Carolina, while another forecasts a closer contest. Ultimately, the game will likely hinge on which team can minimize mistakes and capitalize on opportunities.