In college football, there’s a notable transfer as Georgia Bulldogs’ backup quarterback Brock Vandagriff is making a move to the University of Kentucky. The former Five-Star recruit, standing at 6’3 and weighing 205 lbs., will have two years of eligibility remaining at UK. Vandagriff played in eight games this season as a backup, displaying his skills with a 12-18 passing record for 165 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Additionally, he contributed to rushing with 46 yards on five carries. The Kentucky Wildcats are gearing up for the TaxSlayer/Gator Bowl on December 29th against the Clemson Tigers, with kickoff at noon on ESPN.
In MLB, the Cincinnati Reds are making moves by reportedly signing veteran infielder Jeimer Candelario to a three-year, $45 million contract. Candelario, who played for the Washington Nationals and Chicago Cubs last season, showcased his skills with a combined .251 batting average, 22 home runs, and 70 RBIs.
On Thursday, college volleyball action featured the No. 8 Kentucky Wildcats facing off against the No. 9 Arkansas Razorbacks in the NCAA Tournament regional semifinals at 4:30 p.m. in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Thursday NFL showcased a matchup between the New England Patriots (2-10) and the Pittsburgh Steelers (7-5) with an 8:15 p.m. kickoff on Prime Video.
Friday’s high school basketball broadcasts included the Rockcastle Co. Rockets playing against the Somerset Briar Jumpers in a girls/boys doubleheader. Live coverage was available on Somerset 106.1 FM & Somerset106.com.
Looking ahead to college basketball on Saturday, the No. 16 Kentucky Wildcats (6-2) were set to face the Ivy League’s Penn Quakers (5-4) in Philadelphia, with tipoff at noon on ESPN2. The WKU Hilltoppers (6-3) were scheduled to play against the University of Buffalo Bulls (1-8), a Mid-American conference team, with a 2 p.m. ET tipoff. Live coverage began at 1:30 p.m. ET on WTLO AM 1480/97.7 FM.
Sunday’s NFL matchup featured the Indianapolis Colts (7-5) against the Cincinnati Bengals (6-6). Live coverage began at 11:30 a.m., with kickoff at 1 p.m. on WTLO AM 1480/97.7 FM. The Colts led the overall series 20-12, including 8-5 as the visiting team. The Bengals, coming off a thrilling overtime win at Jacksonville, faced a strong challenge against the Colts, who secured a victory against the Tennessee Titans the previous Sunday.
