Kentucky vs Tennessee prediction: SEC playoff stakes in Knoxville

Kentucky, ranked No. 6 in the first College Football Playoff rankings, faces No. 13 Tennessee on Saturday in a pivotal SEC matchup with major playoff implications. Kentucky enters on a six-game winning streak, including victories over LSU, South Carolina, and Oklahoma, while Tennessee is coming off a 27-24 loss to South Carolina. The Volunteers have won the last five meetings between the teams, and the game kicks off at 6:15 PM ET in Knoxville. Tennessee's offense averages over 320 total yards in its wins, while Kentucky leads the SEC in fewest penalties and turnover margin. The prediction favors Tennessee 28-21, with a betting line of Tennessee -5.5.