Eastern Michigan
17–38
at
Kentucky
Opposing coach: Chris Creighton [Eastern Michigan]
Sept. 7, 2019 · Kroger Field, Lexington
Game Summary
Kentucky defeated Eastern Michigan 38–17 on Sept. 7, 2019. Kentucky led 17–3 at halftime. The Wildcats outscored Eastern Michigan 21–14 after the break. Kentucky’s listed leaders were passing: Terry Wilson — 114 yards; rushing: Kavosiey Smoke — 92 yards.
Box Score
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 14 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 38 |
| Eastern Michigan | 0 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 17 |
Halftime score · Kentucky 17, Eastern Michigan 3
TV: SEC Network+
Announcers: Mike Morgan (play-by-play), Hutson Mason (analyst), Taylor Davis (sideline)
Referee: Hubert Owens
Attendance: 55,240
Stadium: Kroger Field, Lexington
References: Verified TV / officiating source · Broadcast and officiating evidence · Complete game box score
Uniform combination: White / Blue / White
References: Broadcast and officiating details
| Team Statistics | Kentucky | Eastern Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 26 | 24 |
| Rushing — yards | 239 | 49 |
| Passing — yards | 222 | 337 |
| Total offense — yards | 461 | 386 |
Scoring Summary
Running scores list Eastern Michigan first.
| Period | Time | Scoring Play | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 06:56 | Kentucky — Asim Rose 8-yard run (Chance Poore kick) | 0–7 |
| 1st | 02:09 | Kentucky — Kavosiey Smoke 32-yard run (Chance Poore kick) | 0–14 |
| 2nd | 07:43 | Kentucky — Chance Poore 40-yard field goal | 0–17 |
| 2nd | 01:52 | Eastern Michigan — Chad Ryland 24-yard field goal | 3–17 |
| 3rd | 05:01 | Kentucky — Terry Wilson 2-yard run (Chance Poore kick) | 3–24 |
| 3rd | 02:15 | Eastern Michigan — Line Latu 26-yard pass from Mike Glass III (Chad Ryland kick) | 10–24 |
| 4th | 14:20 | Kentucky — Ahmad Wagner 54-yard pass from Sawyer Smith (Chance Poore kick) | 10–31 |
| 4th | 10:41 | Eastern Michigan — Bryson Cannon 7-yard pass from Mike Glass III (Chad Ryland kick) | 17–31 |
| 4th | 00:54 | Kentucky — Lynn Bowden 2-yard pass from Sawyer Smith (Chance Poore kick) | 17–38 |
Individual Leaders
| Category | Kentucky | Eastern Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Passing | Terry Wilson — 114 yards | Mike Glass III — 337 yards |
| Rushing | Kavosiey Smoke — 92 yards | Mike Glass III — 35 yards |
| Receiving | Ahmad Wagner — 71 yards | Arthur Jackson — 71 yards |
Complete game statistics: Full box score · Additional game record
Team statistics use official game-book totals; some independent stat sites calculate net passing yards differently due to sacks.