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Sports 1 outlet · The Kentucky Kernel

At the Whistle: Defense propels No. 15 Kentucky to 21-13 victory over Oklahoma

No. 15 Kentucky beat Oklahoma 21-13, rallying in the fourth quarter after trailing 13-7. Ty Bryant’s interception set up Willie Rodriguez’s second touchdown, giving the Wildcats a 14-13 lead. Safety Jordan Castell sealed the win with a 41-yard interception return for a touchdown with just over a minute left; Bryant added another interception to end Oklahoma’s final chance.

Sports 1 outlet · WKYT

No. 15 Kentucky’s huge 4th quarter lifts the Cats over Oklahoma

No. 15 Kentucky scored 14 points in the fourth quarter to beat Oklahoma 21-13 in Norman, earning its fifth straight win and bowl eligibility. Safety Jordan Castell returned an interception 41 yards for a touchdown with two minutes left, and Ty Bryant intercepted Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer twice. Kenny Minchey threw two touchdown passes to Willie Rodriguez as Kentucky improved to 6-1 overall and 4-1 in the SEC, tying for first place.

Sports 1 outlet · LEX18

No. 15 Kentucky Football keeps the wins rolling through Norman, 21-13

No. 15 Kentucky beat Oklahoma 21-13 in Norman in the teams’ first SEC meeting, improving to 6-1. After trailing 13-7, the Wildcats rallied in the fourth quarter, with Ty Bryant returning an interception 42 yards and quarterback Cutter Boley connecting with Willie Rodriguez for a touchdown. Jordan Castell sealed the win with a fourth-quarter pick-six; he finished with nine tackles, two interceptions and a pass breakup.

General 1 outlet · WKYT

Frankfort DIY repair garage owners offer free safety checks to single mothers

Lyon’s Den Garage in Frankfort held free vehicle safety checks Saturday for 25 single mothers ahead of winter. At least 10 volunteers inspected cars, topped off fluids and repaired safety-related issues, including brakes and rotors. An anonymous donor proposed the event, while local mechanics gave their time and businesses donated supplies. Co-owners Trey and Melissa Lyon said they hope to make it an annual event.

General 1 outlet · LEX18

Beshear calls Trump's Highland Heights rally speech a disservice to Kentucky and its peopleTrump pledges Kentucky drug plant investment if Republicans win

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear criticized President Donald Trump’s Saturday rally speech in Highland Heights, calling it “a complete disservice” to the state and its people amid rising prices and tariffs. Trump held the rally to boost Republican turnout ahead of the midterm elections and support congressional candidate Ed Gallrein. He urged supporters to “pretend” he was on the ballot and promised a $5,000 payment if Republicans win both chambers of Congress.

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