With the college football season in full swing, a fascinating Week 5 match is in sight pitting the Kentucky Wildcats (2-2) against the yet-to-taste defeat Ole Miss Rebels (4-0). This action is scheduled for Saturday at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium at Hollingsworth Field, with fans filling the stadium as the noon hour draws nearer. For those in attendance, streaming on Sofascore is also offered. Looking forward to our NCAAF free picks, one would not look elsewhere for drama but here in this match.
Kentucky Wildcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels 9/28/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 12:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Vaught-Hemingway Stadium at Hollingsworth Field |
| TV: | ABC |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Kentucky Wildcats (2-2) vs. Ole Miss Rebels (4-0)
The Kentucky Wildcats began this season with a balanced record of 2-2 but have shown some fight in their performances. In particular, and at the latest in their ins, they thrashed Ohio, and clearly, the team has shown that they can be an aggressor. They may have lost to a powerhouse like Georgia, but it only shows how competitive they are even for the best of the best. With 227 rushing yards earned this season, Demie Sumo-Karngbaye, a running back from Kentucky, has remained a reliable ground gainer and is instrumental in strategic operations. Wideout Dane Key is not without contribution. He has registered 119 receiving yards, although he does not have a touchdown, further enriching the Wildcats team’s offensive basket.
The Ole Miss Rebels, in contrast, have been on an incredible roll by winning all four games in a row. Since last week, they added a lopsided win over Georgia Southern, followed by a routed Wake Forest that demonstrated their offense and defense. Back Henry Parrish Jr. is one of the stars on the team, having rushed for 338 yards and scored six TDs, which shows how important he has been in the strategic plan for Ole Miss. Wide receiver Tre Harris has 403 yards in receptions and added 2 TDs while making sure opposed defensive units do not relax and helping me up the offense of the Rebels.
Brock Vandagriff QB vs. Jaxson Dart QB
Kentucky’s quarterback, Brock Vandagriff, has had a season filled with ups and downs, as he has recorded 313 passing yards with a completion rate of 52.7%. Although he has thrown for three touchdowns, Vandagriff has also been intercepted twice and sacked on seven occasions, showing vulnerability to pressure situations in the pocket. He is good at managing games while exhibiting some potential against elite defenses such as Georgia.
On the other hand, Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart has been all that one could ask and even more. With a completion percentage of 83% from 1172 passing yards, the quarterback has been able to get 8 touchdowns which has benefitted the team massively. How he has managed to throw the ball leads to a passer rating of 222.6, which has drawn a lot of respect in favor of Dart.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Ole Miss Rebels -16.5 (-110), Total Odds: 51.5
The betting odds highlight the nature of the game as one-sided in favor of the Rebels and a clear mismatch with the Wildcats. Given that Ole Miss is a 16.5-point favorite, punters would most likely back the Rebels to beat the spread which has been the pattern in their game trends offensively and defensively.
Kentucky Wildcats Betting Trends
Kentucky’s ability to beat the odds, going 5-1 ATS in their last six games, shows their knack for keeping games closer than expected. This resilience makes them a tricky team for handicappers, as they perform better against the spread, particularly in road games where they are 7-3 ATS in their last ten.
Ole Miss Rebels Betting Trends
The Rebels, on their turf, are a powerhouse, going 10-0 SU in their last ten home games and 5-0 ATS in their recent matchups. Their scoring efficiency and defensive solidity make them a safe bet for covering large spreads, especially with a high-performing quarterback like Dart at the helm.
Kentucky Wildcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels 9/28/24 Betting Picks
Looking at all the factors considering the detailed research and the current betting trends, it is rather likely that Ole Miss Rebels will manage to cover the -16.5 spread. And making such assumptions considering the fact of Rebels’ high offense and great home play, as well as Kentucky issues with competing against SEC teams, it’s a safe bet that the Rebels will win. The under on 51.5 also makes some sense because it is possible that none of the teams is likely to execute at a reasonable level on the most critical possession of the game.
For those studying betting angles, one especially noted player by the name of Henry Parrish Jr. has many prop bets placed on him that could be very favorable. Handicappers’ picks and tips aim to use the offensive pressure of Ole Miss as well as the stubborn defense of Kentucky.