NORMAN, Okla. (WMDJ) - No. 15 Kentucky scored 14 unanswered points in the fourth quarter Saturday night to defeat Oklahoma 21-13, improving to 6-1 overall and 4-1 in SEC play.
The Wildcats trailed 13-7 entering the fourth quarter before quarterback Kenny Minchey connected with Willie Rodriguez on a 12-yard touchdown pass with 12:53 remaining, giving Kentucky a 14-13 lead.
Kentucky's defense took over from there, with Jordan Castell returning an interception 41 yards for a touchdown with 1:17 remaining to seal the victory.
The Wildcats intercepted four passes, with Castell and Ty Bryant recording two apiece. Kentucky also registered five sacks and held Oklahoma to 76 rushing yards.
Minchey completed 21 of 28 passes for 158 yards and two touchdowns, both to Rodriguez, without throwing an interception.
Kentucky's opening touchdown came on a two-yard pass from Minchey to Rodriguez in the first quarter.
Next week the Cats welcome the Vanderbilt Commodores, who will be coming off a loss to Arkansas. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 next Saturday, October 24th on the SEC Network.
