Vanderbilt dominated Kentucky 45-17 behind quarterback Diego Pavia's masterful performance, throwing for five touchdowns and adding a rushing score. The Commodores built a commanding 24-3 halftime lead, with receiver Tre Richardson hauling in three touchdown passes including strikes of 71 and 56 yards. Vandy's offense continued its assault in the third quarter, scoring three more touchdowns while the Wildcats could only muster two late scores in garbage time.