The Colonels will play the Wildcats on Saturday, September 9th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Kroger Field. Watch this exciting Week 2 matchup at 3:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+, SECN+.
Learn more about College Football betting with our handy tutorial and guide. We explain spread, total and money line bets.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The 2023 college football season has begun, with Eastern Kentucky and Kentucky scheduled to matchup at Kroger Field. First, let's review each team's stats from the 2022 season to get an idea of what we can expect on gameday.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Eastern Kentucky had a 98.33 conference power ranking in the 2022 season. The conference power ranking for Kentucky in the 2022 season was 97.33.
- Away Eastern Kentucky - At the end of the 2022 regular season, Eastern Kentucky had a 2-3 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the ASUN Conference for away team wins.
- Home Kentucky - Kentucky finished the 2022 regular season with a 5-3 record as a home team. They ranked 3rd in the SEC Conference for home team wins in 2022.
- Points Scored - Eastern Kentucky wound up 1st (434) in the ASUN Conference, with Kentucky ranked 7th (265) for points scored in the 2022 SEC Conference.
- Points Against - Eastern Kentucky finished 2nd (422) in the ASUN Conference for points scored by opponents in 2022. Kentucky wound up 5th (250) in the 2022 SEC Conference for points against.
- Team Records - Eastern Kentucky had a 7-5 regular season overall record, with Kentucky notching a 7-6 regular season standing last year.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for a wild clash at Kroger Field as Eastern Kentucky takes on Kentucky...in a thrilling Week 2 matchup of the 2023-24 college football season...Both teams are aiming for a victorious start after finishing last season with solid records.
Eastern Kentucky had a 7-5 standing, while Kentucky ended with a 7-6 record...With the new season underway, this game promises to be a heated battle worth watching...Fans can expect an intense showdown as these two teams go head-to-head.
If you're looking to add some excitement to the game, SportsBetting3.com has you covered...Bet on this game to make it even more thrilling and review the odds below...Who will come out on top? Don't miss out on the action!
In this clash between Eastern Kentucky and Kentucky, anything can happen...Expect a nail-biting fight for the win in front of a passionate crowd...Tune in on Saturday, September 9th, and witness the gridiron fireworks unfold at Kroger Field.
Best Colonels at Wildcats Odds
| Underdog Eastern Kentucky | Favorite Kentucky |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Kentucky is a -34.5 -114 point spread favorite at BetRivers, while Eastern Kentucky is a +34.5 -107 point spread underdog at BetRivers.
The best over line is 56 -235 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $235 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 62.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
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Eastern Kentucky
Kentucky
9/09/23 3:00pm EDT | +34.5 -115-34.5 -115 |
Underdog Eastern Kentucky - Eastern Kentucky bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +34.5 Eastern Kentucky underdog bet wins if they lose by 34 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 35 or more.
Favorite Kentucky - Kentucky bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -34.5 Kentucky favorite bet wins if they win by 35 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 34 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Eastern Kentucky at Kentucky Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Eastern Kentucky
Kentucky
9/09/23 3:00pm EDT | Pending BetMGM |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 2 | Eastern Kentucky vs Kentucky Saturday, September 9th, 2023 | UK 28, EKU 17 Kroger Field | Kentucky by 11 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| UAC | |||||||||
| Eastern Kentucky | 4-2 | 0.667 | 5 | 6 | 324 | 365 | 3-2 | 2-4 | W1 |
| SEC East | |||||||||
| Kentucky | 3-5 | 0.375 | 7 | 6 | 378 | 336 | 4-3 | 3-2 | L1 |
Eastern Kentucky & Kentucky Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Eastern Kentucky Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM Eastern Kentucky YR: futures available
Kentucky Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Kentucky | +30000 Bet | +20000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Eastern Kentucky vs Cincinnati | CIN 66, EKU 13 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Eastern Kentucky vs Kentucky | UK 28, EKU 17 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Ball State vs Kentucky | UK 44, BALL 14 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Eastern Kentucky vs Kentucky | UK 28, EKU 17 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Akron vs Kentucky | UK 35, AKR 3 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Kentucky vs Vanderbilt | UK 45, VAN 28 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Florida vs Kentucky | UK 33, FLA 14 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Kentucky vs Georgia | UGA 51, UK 13 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Missouri vs Kentucky | MIZ 38, UK 21 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Tennessee vs Kentucky | TENN 33, UK 27 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Kentucky vs Mississippi State | UK 24, MSST 3 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Alabama vs Kentucky | ALA 49, UK 21 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Kentucky vs South Carolina | SC 17, UK 14 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Kentucky vs Louisville | UK 38, LOU 31 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Clemson vs Kentucky Taxslayer Gator Bowl | CLEM 38, UK 35 Friday, December 29th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Eastern Kentucky vs Kentucky College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 at 3:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Eastern Kentucky vs Kentucky Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Eastern Kentucky vs Kentucky Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.