Kenny Minchey's overtime 2-point conversion capped Kentucky's stunning upset of No. 10 LSU, securing a 35-34 victory in Lexington. The Wildcats (5-1, 3-1) forced extra time when Adam Zouagui converted a 33-yard field goal with 12 seconds remaining after earlier misses of 42 and 26 yards. LSU (4-2, 1-2 SEC) answered with a 15-yard touchdown run by Sam Leavitt, but Kentucky answered back.
Minchey completed 23 of 36 passes for 246 yards, with 206 coming in the second half. Running back CJ Baxter rushed for 123 yards and two scores, while freshman receiver Kenneth Darby contributed four catches for 79 yards. LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt threw for 275 yards and two touchdowns but also committed a crucial interception and fumble.
Wide receiver Jackson Harris caught a 41-yard touchdown from Leavitt to give LSU a 27-24 lead with under ten minutes left. Despite the loss, Kentucky coach Will Stein praised his team's resilience, noting they were without three linebackers, two defensive backs, and a defensive lineman. The win keeps Kentucky undefeated in SEC play and provides a statement victory over a top-10 opponent.
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