After a bruising start to the SEC schedule, Kentucky football returns home for what should be a straightforward victory against a struggling opponent. Both QB's should get ample time as the game should not be close. The Eastern Michigan Eagles enter the game 0-2 after a surprising 28-23 loss to Long Island University.
This matchup serves as a critical "get-right" game for the Wildcats. For a team that has won just five of its last fourteen contests dating back to last season, simply getting a win is the top priority. A dominant performance is needed to restore confidence before the schedule ramps up again. Here is all the information you need to follow the action.
How to watch, listen, and bet on the Wildcats
The game is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. EDT kickoff on Saturday, September 13, live from Kroger Field in Lexington.
You can watch the television broadcast on ESPNU. The announcing team will feature Clay Matvick on play-by-play and Chase Daniel as the analyst. For those who prefer to stream the game, it will be available on the ESPN app and through streaming services: Hulu + Live TV,YouTube TV, FuboTV, Sling TV (Orange Plan)
The UK Sports Network will provide radio coverage across the state, with Tom Leach and Jeff Piecoro on the call.
For those who can't be near your TV, you can listen on the UK Sports Network:
- Online: Stream live at UKAthletics.com or on iHeartRadio via WLAP 630.
- Local FM/AM Stations:
- Lexington: 98.1 FM / 630 WLAP
- Louisville: 840 AM WHAS
- London: 103.9 FM WWEL
- Hazard/Pikeville: 101.1 WSGS
- Madisonville: 93.9 FM WKTG
According to FanDuel, Kentucky is a 23.5-point favorite. The weather forecast for Saturday evening in Lexington looks perfect for football, with temperatures settling in the low 70s to upper 60s around kickoff and a negligible chance of rain.
Kentucky is 2-0 all-time against Eastern Michigan, with wins in 2017 and 2019. The Eagles have never defeated an SEC opponent in their program's history.
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.
Drew Holbrook is an avid Kentucky fan who has been covering the Cats for over 10 years. In his free time, he spends time with his family, and watching Premier League soccer. Psalm 121:7-8. #UpTheAlbion