Tennessee Vols aim to extend playoff hopes against struggling Kentucky Wildcats

No. 7 Tennessee will host Kentucky on Saturday after a bye week, aiming to maintain their playoff hopes. Tennessee is 6-1 and coming off a win against Alabama, while Kentucky is struggling at 3-5, having lost three straight games. Tennessee's strong running game, ranked seventh nationally, will be a key focus for Kentucky, which has struggled defensively. The Wildcats need to improve their performance against the run to compete effectively. Tennessee's defense has been dominant, allowing few big plays this season. Kentucky has not scored more than 20 points in any SEC game this year, raising concerns about their postseason chances.