A win is a win, they say. Kentucky took a big punch from Austin Peay early, then rallied, took control, and ultimately cruised to the 49-13 win. But boy did it start ugly.
Kentucky, one game away from bowl eligibility, and on Senior Day at Commonwealth Stadium, played some uninspired football in the first quarter against Austin Peay. Spotting the Governors a 13-0 lead, where Austin Peay, losers of 26 straight games entering today, ran the ball right down Kentucky’s throat early. But adjustments were made early in the second quarter, namely inserting injured quarterback Stephen Johnson into the game, and the Cats regained their composure to score 21 straight in the second quarter to take command.