Kentucky Wildcats vs. South Carolina Gamecocks: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

South Carolina Gamecocks defeated Kentucky Wildcats 17–14 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Kentucky Wildcats 14, South Carolina Gamecocks 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Kentucky Wildcats	0	6	6	0	14
South Carolina Gamecocks	9	0	0	6	17

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Spencer Rattler (South Carolina) — 183.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +5.83 EPA
• Devin Leary (Kentucky) — 170.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.15 EPA

Rushing

• Mario Anderson (South Carolina) — 45.0 yds -0.21 EPA
• Ray Davis (Kentucky) — 63.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA
• Spencer Rattler (South Carolina) — 58.0 yds +0.62 EPA

Receiving

• Barion Brown (Kentucky) — 4 rec · 30.0 yds +0.05 EPA
• Tayvion Robinson (Kentucky) — 3 rec · 29.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• Xavier Legette (South Carolina) — 6 rec · 94.0 yds +1.11 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Spencer Rattler	South Carolina	29	65.5%	183	2	+0.20	+5.83
Devin Leary	Kentucky	35	45.7%	170	1	-0.12	-4.15

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Kentucky	South Carolina
Plays	60	60
EPA / play	-0.113	+0.107
Total EPA	-6.77	+6.42
Success rate	36.7%	40.0%
Pass EPA / play	-0.119	+0.201
Rush EPA / play	-0.105	+0.019
Yards	314	321

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Kentucky	3	4	-2.38	Punt
Q1	South Carolina	11	84	+7.06	Pass TD
Q1	Kentucky	3	0	-2.50	Punt
Q1	South Carolina	11	67	+2.33	Field goal
Q1	Kentucky	12	65	+5.15	Pass TD
Q2	South Carolina	3	7	-1.84	Punt
Q2	Kentucky	6	53	-1.81	Interception
Q2	South Carolina	3	26	+1.45	Punt
Q2	Kentucky	3	25	-2.87	Fumble
Q2	South Carolina	3	9	-0.51	Punt
Q2	Kentucky	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	South Carolina	4	13	-2.49	Punt
Q3	Kentucky	9	79	+4.82	Rush TD
Q3	South Carolina	3	4	-2.77	Punt
Q3	Kentucky	3	17	-0.58	Punt
Q3	South Carolina	6	5	-3.68	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass intercepted (-4.68 EPA)
2. Q4 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Spencer Rattler pass to Xavier Legette for 28 yards (3rd & 15) (+4.38 EPA)
3. Q4 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Spencer Rattler pass to Xavier Legette for a touchdown (17 yards) (+3.97 EPA)
4. Q4 · Kentucky Wildcats · Fumble (-3.66 EPA)
5. Q3 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Spencer Rattler sacked for a loss of 18 yards (3rd & 8) (-3.62 EPA)
6. Q3 · Kentucky Wildcats · Penalty (3rd & 11) (+3.46 EPA)
7. Q2 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass to Barion Brown for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.34 EPA)
8. Q1 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Spencer Rattler rushes for 22 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.09 EPA)

Key takeaways

• South Carolina Gamecocks controlled the final (17–14) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Spencer Rattler (South Carolina) — 183.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: South Carolina at 0.107 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Kentucky Wildcats vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

Kentucky Wildcats 14, South Carolina Gamecocks 17 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Kentucky Wildcats vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

South Carolina Gamecocks won with a final score of 14–17.

Where can I find the Kentucky Wildcats vs South Carolina Gamecocks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520418.

Who led Kentucky Wildcats vs South Carolina Gamecocks in passing?

Spencer Rattler (South Carolina) led passers with 183.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Kentucky Wildcats at South Carolina Gamecocks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.