The Kentucky Wildcats are gearing up for one of the most important games in the history of the program, taking on #13 Tennessee in Knoxville on Saturday. They're facing a team that, historically, has dominated the series, but the new era of Kentucky football under Will Stein has a different team heading on the road this time around.

Kentucky is 7-1 on the season and currently 6th in the College Football Playoff ranking, with Tennessee hoping to make their way into the 12-team bracket as they are just outside at #13. We've already done our scouting report of this Tennessee team, but here are three things that need to happen for Kentucky to come away with the big road win and keep their playoff hopes on track.

Oct 24, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Will Stein walks off the field after the game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Kroger Field.…