LEXINGTON, Kentucky - In a thrilling game in Lexington, Kentucky, the Vanderbilt Commodores emerged victorious over the Kentucky Wildcats with a score of 20-13 on Saturday night. The win marked Vanderbilt's second consecutive Southeastern Conference victory, boosting their season record to 4-2 overall and 2-1 in the SEC.
Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt's star quarterback, stole the show by throwing two crucial touchdown passes during the game. The first touchdown came early in the match when Pavia connected with AJ Newberry for a 20-yard score. Just before halftime, Pavia found Richie Hoskins for an 18-yard touchdown pass, breaking the tie and solidifying Vanderbilt's lead.
Despite a brief exit from the game due to a knee injury, Pavia showcased resilience by returning to lead the Commodores to victory. Kicker Brock Taylor also played a pivotal role by nailing two long field goals from 49 and 50 yards, contributing significantly to Vanderbilt's scoring streak over four drives in the middle quarters.
On the other side, the Kentucky Wildcats, with a season record of 3-3 overall and 1-3 in the SEC, attempted a comeback led by Brock Vandagriff's 22-yard touchdown pass to Dane Key. However, miscues, penalties, and turnovers hindered Kentucky's efforts, ultimately leading to their downfall as they failed to convert a crucial possession in the final minutes.
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Looking ahead, Vanderbilt is gearing up to face Ball State in a non-league matchup, hoping to carry forward the momentum from their recent victories. Meanwhile, Kentucky is set to take on Florida in their next SEC showdown, aiming to bounce back from the tough loss against Vanderbilt.
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