Kentucky opens as a big favorite vs. Eastern Kentucky

Thanks to a Ray Davis touchdown with six seconds left, Kentucky covered the 25-point spread vs. Ball State in the season opener. The Cats are an even bigger favorite in Week 2 vs. Eastern Kentucky. Kentucky opened as a 31-point favorite vs. the Colonels. The line has already moved to -31.5. The total is 56 points.

EKU lost to Cincinnati 66-13 last weekend, well beyond the 21.5-point spread. The Colonels trailed the Bearcats 42-7 at halftime and gave up 667 yards of total offense. Kentucky should win easily. Covering 31.5 points feels achievable, although Mark Stoops might take his foot off the gas in the fourth quarter out of respect for his friend Walt Wells, EKU’s head coach.

Sports Betting begins in Kentucky

You can bet on this game in Kentucky! Starting today, nine brick-and-mortar sportsbooks across the state can accept your bets. Mobile wagering goes live on September 28.

• Churchill Downs (700 Central Ave., Louisville)
• Derby City Gaming (4520 Poplar Level Road, Louisville)
• Ellis Park (3300 US Hwy 41 N, Henderson)
• The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland (244 Penny Lane, Williamsburg)
• The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland Run (777 Winners Lane, Corbin)
• Newport Racing & Gaming (1723 Monmouth St., Newport)
• Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel (777 Winners Way, Oak Grove)
• The Red Mile (1200 Red Mile Road, Lexington)
• Turfway Park Racing & Gaming (7500 Turfway Road, Florence)

In fact, it was at Churchill Downs that Nick Roush found the line for Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky. If you missed it earlier, check out his rundown of how in-person wagering works at Churchill and a Sports Gambling FAQ for those new to it. As always, gamble responsibly. If you’ve got a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.

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