It's finally time for the 2026 Kentucky football season to begin, and they take on Youngstown State in game one today. It's the beginning of the Will Stein era in Lexington, and they're looking to become an upper echelon team in the SEC.
The Wildcats are three score favorites, but there are a lot of unknowns, especially on offense . The offensive line looks to be the strength of the team, and quarterback Kenny Minchey has loads of talent. However, the skill position players are question marks, and several have injury history.
The Kentucky defense could be a strength, and has plenty of veteran leadership. The secondary, with Ty Bryant and Jordan Castell at safety, will be dynamic, and defensive tackle Tavion Gadson is set for a breakout season.
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Youngstown State features a very good offense led by quarterback Beau Brungard. They can put up points, but they'll have to slow down a Kentucky offense loaded with talent.
Fans will want to tune in and support the Wildcats today. Here's how to find and watch the game.
TV Channel:N/A
Livestream:SEC Network+
Kentucky vs Youngstown St will not be broadcast nationally on television in Week one of the 2025 college football season. Kevin Fitzgerald and Charlie Strong will call the game from the booth at Kroger Field. Streaming options for the game include SEC Network+ via ESPN+ and their streaming packages.
Date:Saturday, Sep. 4
Start time:1:00 P.M. ET
The Kentucky vs Youngstown St game starts at 1:00 P.M. ET from Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky.
Odds courtesy of DraftKings .
Kentucky 38, Youngstown St 13:Youngstown St has a very good offense, but simply don't have enough top-end talent to stay with an SEC team. Kenny Minchey gets a chance to shine, and the running game should be able to control the game.
Spread:Kentucky by 22.5
Over/under:62.5
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