Tennessee vs Kentucky Football Odds

The Volunteers will play the Wildcats on Saturday, October 28th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Kroger Field. Watch this exciting Week 9 matchup at 7:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN.

Learn more about College Football betting with our handy tutorial and guide. We explain spread, total and money line bets.


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Key Matchup Stats

It's now the back half of the 2023 college football season, as we begin looking towards the annual bowl games and college football playoffs. Week 9 action features a matchup between Tennessee and Kentucky, kicking off at Kroger Field on Saturday, October 28th, 2023. Have a look at the following season performance stats to better handicap this game.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Tennessee has a 98.33 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Kentucky is 97.33.
  • Away Tennessee - As Week 9 looms, Tennessee currently has a 0-2 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 3rd in the SEC Conference for away team wins. Remember that a team's overall record and schedule strength will affect whether or not they make a bowl game or the playoffs.
  • Home Kentucky - Kentucky has a 4-1 record as a home team as they approach Week 9. They currently rank 2nd in the SEC Conference for home team wins. Continue monitoring their performance to see if they have a shot at a postseason bowl game or playoff berth.
  • Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Tennessee ranks 4th (221) in the SEC Conference, with Kentucky currently ranking 5th (219) for points scored in the SEC Conference.
  • Points Against - Tennessee stands 6th (136) in the SEC Conference for points scored by opponents in the 2023 college football season. Kentucky sits at 4th (165) in the SEC Conference for points against them heading into Week 9 of the 2023 season.
  • Team Records - Tennessee has a 5-2 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Kentucky currently 5-2 for the 2023 college football regular season.

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Get ready, folks, for a wild showdown between Tennessee and Kentucky on October 28th!

This highly anticipated Week 9 game will take place at Kroger Field, adding to the excitement. As we enter the second half of the 2023-24 college football season, the stakes are higher than ever.

According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Tennessee holds a slight edge with a score of 98.33, while Kentucky trails closely behind at 97.33. It's going to be a neck-and-neck battle!

Both teams currently stand at 5-2, making this matchup even more crucial. The fight for a higher ranking will be intense, and neither side will back down.

If you're feeling lucky, place a bet on this college football game at BetMGM, BetWay, or BetRivers. And don't forget to check out the prop bets for this exciting matchup below.

To make the most informed decision, compare each sportsbook's point spread, total, and moneyline. This way, you'll be ready to join the action and cheer your team to victory. So mark your calendars and get ready for a game to remember!

Best Volunteers at Wildcats Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Kentucky
Favorite

Tennessee
Tennessee has a -4 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Kentucky has a +4 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. Kentucky is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 50.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 50.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Kentucky
Favorite

Tennessee
Tennessee is the -175 moneyline favorite. Risk $175 to win $100 on Tennessee at BetMGM. Kentucky is the +145 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $145 on Kentucky. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Tennessee vs Kentucky College Football game on Saturday, October 28th, 2023?

Tennessee is a -4 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Kentucky is a +4 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Tennessee vs Kentucky College Football game on Saturday, October 28th, 2023?

The best over line is 50.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 50.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Tennessee vs Kentucky College Football game on Saturday, October 28th, 2023?

Tennessee is a -175 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Kentucky is a +145 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

College Football Odds Example

College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Bet
Tennessee
Kentucky
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
-4 -105+4 -115
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Underdog Kentucky - Kentucky bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A +4 Kentucky underdog bet wins if they lose by 3 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 4. Your bet loses if they lose by 5 or more.

Favorite Tennessee - Tennessee bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A -4 Tennessee favorite bet wins if they win by 5 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 4. Your bet loses if they win by 3 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Tennessee at Kentucky Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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Bet
Tennessee
Kentucky
First Team To Score
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
-140+110Bet
Tennessee
Kentucky
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
-185+120+10000Bet
Tennessee
Kentucky
Game to Overtime
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
Yes +900No -5000Bet
Tennessee
Kentucky
Both Teams Score 10+
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
Yes -1100No +600Bet
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Tennessee
Kentucky
Both Teams Score 20+
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
Yes -120No -110Bet
Tennessee
Kentucky
Both Teams Score 30+
10/28/23 7:00pm EDT
Yes +575No -1000Bet

Recent Meetings Since 2019

Recent Meetings Since 2019
WeekGameResultMargin
2024
Week 10
Kentucky vs Tennessee
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
TENN 28, UK 18
Neyland Stadium
Tennessee by 10
2023
Week 9
Tennessee vs Kentucky
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
TENN 33, UK 27
Kroger Field
Tennessee by 6
2022
Week 9
Kentucky vs Tennessee
Saturday, October 29th, 2022
TENN 44, UK 6
Neyland Stadium
Tennessee by 38
2021
Week 10
Tennessee vs Kentucky
Saturday, November 6th, 2021
TENN 45, UK 42
Kroger Field
Tennessee by 3
2020
Week 7
Kentucky vs Tennessee
Saturday, October 17th, 2020
UK 34, TENN 7
Neyland Stadium
Kentucky by 27
2019
Week 11
Tennessee vs Kentucky
Saturday, November 9th, 2019
TENN 17, UK 13
Kroger Field
Tennessee by 4

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Football Regular Season Standings - Tennessee, Kentucky
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
#17 Tennessee4-40.500944132646-11-3W2
Kentucky3-50.375763783364-33-2L1

Tennessee & Kentucky Futures Odds

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Tennessee Championship Odds

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Kentucky Championship Odds

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Tennessee & Kentucky Team Pages

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Team Schedules & Results


2023-24 Tennessee Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Virginia vs
Tennessee
TENN 49, UVA 13
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Austin Peay vs
Tennessee
TENN 30, APSU 13
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Tennessee vs
Florida
FLA 29, TENN 16
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4UTSA vs
Tennessee
TENN 45, UTSA 14
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5South Carolina vs
Tennessee
TENN 41, SC 20
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 7Texas A&M vs
Tennessee
TENN 20, TA&M 13
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8Tennessee vs
Alabama
ALA 34, TENN 20
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 9Tennessee vs
Kentucky
TENN 33, UK 27
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 10UConn vs
Tennessee
TENN 59, CONN 3
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Tennessee vs
Missouri
MIZ 36, TENN 7
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Georgia vs
Tennessee
UGA 38, TENN 10
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Vanderbilt vs
Tennessee
TENN 48, VAN 24
Saturday, November 25th, 2023
BowlsIowa vs
Tennessee
Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
TENN 35, IOWA 0
Monday, January 1st, 2024


2023-24 Kentucky Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Ball State vs
Kentucky
UK 44, BALL 14
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Eastern Kentucky vs
Kentucky
UK 28, EKU 17
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Akron vs
Kentucky
UK 35, AKR 3
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Kentucky vs
Vanderbilt
UK 45, VAN 28
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Florida vs
Kentucky
UK 33, FLA 14
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Kentucky vs
Georgia
UGA 51, UK 13
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7Missouri vs
Kentucky
MIZ 38, UK 21
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 9Tennessee vs
Kentucky
TENN 33, UK 27
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 10Kentucky vs
Mississippi State
UK 24, MSST 3
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Alabama vs
Kentucky
ALA 49, UK 21
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Kentucky vs
South Carolina
SC 17, UK 14
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Kentucky vs
Louisville
UK 38, LOU 31
Saturday, November 25th, 2023
BowlsClemson 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 Tennessee vs Kentucky College Football Game

  1. 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, October 28th, 2023 at 7:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. 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.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Tennessee vs Kentucky Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Tennessee vs Kentucky Game.

  4. 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.

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