Lane Kiffin says he expected Kentucky to go for its game-winning 2-point conversion in Wildcats' 35-34 OT win over No. 10 LSU
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Key Points:
- Kentucky defeated No. 10 LSU 35-34 in overtime, with the Wildcats successfully converting a game-winning 2-point conversion after LSU scored first in OT.
- LSU coach Lane Kiffin anticipated Kentucky would attempt a 2-point conversion to win in overtime and instructed his defense to prepare for it, though Kentucky's QB Kenny Minchey ran untouched for the score.
- Kentucky's 2-point conversion was not a designed run but capitalized on LSU defenders vacating the middle, surprising Minchey with the open running lane.
- The game went to overtime after Kentucky missed two late field goals, influencing Kiffin's decision to punt on a fourth-and-1 late in the game rather than attempt to secure a first down.
- This victory marked Kentucky's second straight 35-34 overtime win, having also secured a game-winning 2-point conversion against South Carolina earlier in the season.
