DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Louisville defeated Kentucky 41–0 in a dominant performance. Louisville covered by 42.5; Game went Under by 4.5. The market closed at Kentucky -1.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Louisville -13.9 - a gap of 15.4 points toward Louisville, of which 14.4 points were beyond the model's measured factors. That was an information gap - the market pricing something the model does not carry - rather than a measured edge.
Despite missing top three running backs, true freshman walk-on Braxton Jennings (113 yards) and redshirt freshman Shaun Boykins Jr. (101 yards, TD) each rushed for over 100 yards, leading a 258-yard ground game that was Louisville's second-best of the season.
Quarterback Miller Moss, returning from a foot injury, completed 12 of 20 passes for 182 yards and accounted for four touchdowns (three passing, one rushing), providing a steady hand for the offense.
Louisville's defense held Kentucky to a season-low 147 yards, forced two turnovers, and allowed only 2-of-14 third-down conversions. A blocked punt in the first quarter set up the opening score, showcasing a complete team effort.
The 41-0 victory was Louisville's largest margin of win in the series since 1994 and their first shutout of Kentucky in 21 years, snapping a three-game losing streak and providing a major morale boost.
Louisville improved to 8-4 and will play in a bowl game (destination announced Dec. 7). The blowout win gives the Cardinals a chance to win at least nine games for the third straight season, building confidence despite key injuries.
At kickoff, conditions at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium were Overcast, 34°F, wind chill 25°F with winds of 9 mph. At 34°F, cold is worth noting but is unlikely to be decisive. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Overcast
34°F
| Measure | KentuckyAway | LouisvilleHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 69 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | 363 miles | 1,445 miles |
| Season total | 2,445 miles | 4,541 miles |
| Body clock | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Rest | 7 days | 7 days |
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