Auburn Defeats Kentucky 24-10, Jarquez Hunter Rushes for 278 Yards

Oct 27, 2024, 02:31 AM

Auburn defeated Kentucky 24-10 in an SEC football game, marking their first win over a Power Four opponent since November 2023. Kentucky initially led 10-0 with a 46-yard field goal by Alex Raynor and a 2-yard touchdown by Jamarion Wilcox. Auburn responded with 24 unanswered points, including a 6-yard touchdown pass, a 27-yard field goal, a 75-yard drive, and a 45-yard touchdown run. Jarquez Hunter was instrumental in the comeback, rushing for 278 yards and two touchdowns, setting a career-high and achieving the fourth-best single-game rushing performance in Auburn history. Auburn's defense also held strong, intercepting a pass from Kentucky's Gavin Wimsatt late in the game to secure the victory. Auburn's head coach Hugh Freeze praised his team's resilience and performance.