{
  "id": 9629857,
  "title": "How Kentucky keeps the momentum going and beats South Alabama",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/how-kentucky-keeps-the-momentum-going-and-beats-south-alabama",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-24T21:11:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/kentucky-keeps-momentum-going-beats-211105416.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Kentucky Wildcats are set to face South Alabama in a September game aiming to maintain their 3-1 record. South Alabama's run-heavy offense and struggling defense present a challenge for Kentucky. The Wildcats must start aggressively and limit South Alabama's rushing attack, which averages nearly four yards per carry. Kentucky's defense should focus on controlling the line of scrimmage, a task that their line has struggled with, but they have shown flashes of success in recent weeks. Kentucky's offensive line has had numerous opportunities to showcase their prowess, while South Alabama's defense has struggled both in the air and on the ground. Jason Patterson is expected to have a standout performance, while DJ Miller and Nic Anderson will also be key contributors. Kenny Minchey is anticipated to build on his solid performance from his first SEC road start. The Wildcats' passing game is the strongest it has been this season and could face a tougher challenge against South Alabama's defensive scheme. Ohio's quarterbacks combined for an efficient outing against South Alabama, and Kadin Semonza, in particular, had a strong performance. Kentucky's offense is expected to be well-organized and efficient, with the defense needing to slow down South Alabama's spread offense. The talent mismatch in the line of scrimmage is expected to be the primary reason Kentucky will dominate this game.",
  "summary": "We lay out Kentucky's path to victory on Saturday against South Alabama and how the Wildcats finish the first month of the season with a 3-1 record.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Kentucky vs. South Alabama viewing info, what to watch for, odds, and predictions",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/kentucky-vs-south-alabama-viewing-info-what-to-watch-for-odds-and",
        "published": "2026-09-24T11:05:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}