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Kentucky Wildcats vs Mississippi State Bulldogs Recap - Bulldogs Win 31-17

Will Rogers threw for 344 yards to lead the Bulldogs over Kentucky 31-17 on Saturday in Week 9 action at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Mississippi State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -1.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 47.0 were rewarded at the payout window.

Will Rogers completed 36 of 39 pass attempts for 344 yards for the Bulldogs in the win.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed for 34 yards for Kentucky, while Kavosiey Smoke added 19 yards. Will Levis threw for 150 yards for the Wildcats, while receivers Wan'Dale Robinson and DeMarcus Harris had 79 and 30 yards respectively.

Mississippi State outgained Kentucky 438-216 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 27-14 by the Bulldogs.

Kentucky lost the time of possession battle 41:10-18:50, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Next game, Mississippi State takes its act on the road to face Arkansas looking for another win. For Kentucky, they head home to face Tennessee.