The Rebels (17-14) will face the winner of Friday's game between Murray State (22-8) and Arkansas-Little Rock (26-6). Sunday's second-round game would be played in Oxford if Murray State wins or on the road if UALR wins.
Kentucky (15-5) also made the field and opens against Chattanooga (22-9) on Thursday. Arkansas (17-13) also picked up a first-round bye.





