Kentucky edges Oklahoma as Castell's interception return seals win
Kentucky rallied to beat Oklahoma 21-13, with four takeaways and a 41-yard pick return by Jordan Castell. Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer threw three late interceptions.
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What happened
Kentucky beat Oklahoma 21-13 after a comeback, with Jordan Castell's 41-yard interception return capping four takeaways for the Wildcats. Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer had played his best game of the season for most of three quarters, but he threw three interceptions in the final 16 minutes. The win was Kentucky's fifth straight and moved it even with top-ranked Georgia atop the SEC standings.
Why it matters
The result pulled Kentucky even with top-ranked Georgia atop the SEC standings. It also ended Oklahoma's hopes in the game.
Timeline
- Oct 18, 12:48 AM ET: Kentucky beat Oklahoma with a comeback win, Jordan Castell's 41-yard interception return capping four takeaways.
- Oct 18, 3:44 PM ET: Mateer's three interceptions in the final 16 minutes sealed Oklahoma's 21-13 loss.
Coverage
- John Mateers best game of the season turned into recurring nightmare late in loss to Kentucky (247sports.com)
- Kentucky grabs share of SEC lead with comeback win at Oklahoma (AP)
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