The University of Alabama kicked off homecoming weekend with a Friday Night pep rally and bonfire on the Quad. The voice of the Crimson Tide, Eli Gold, emceed the event as hundreds of fans gathered near the steps of Gorgas Library to hear Coach Nick Saban and several of his players speak. Special guests also addressed the Tide faithful including baseball coach Greg Goff, basketball coach Avery Johnson and former Alabama running back and Homecoming Parade Grand Marshall, Siran Stacy.

Alabama fans filled the stadium prior to kick off as the Million Dollar Band took to the field to perform. Members of the undefeated 1966 team were recognized including former player and coach Ray Perkins and Richard Cole, who were both honorary team captains for the game. Several current NFL players also returned for the weekend including Reggie Ragland, Kenyan Drake and Marcell Dareus.

The Crimson Tide defense produced another dominant performance to lead top-ranked Alabama to a 34-6 Homecoming victory over the Kentucky Wildcats. The Tide gained 488 yards (315 passing and 173 rushing), picked up 25 first downs, and averaged 6.5 yards per play. As a unit, the Tide defense had four quarterback sacks, nine tackles for loss, forced three fumbles and was credited with six quarterback hurries.

The Crimson Tide celebrated their victory over the Wildcats as they advanced to 5-0, and 2-0 in the SEC Conference.