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No. 1 Texas quarterback Arch Manning will face No. 13 Tennessee in a marquee SEC opener on Sept. 26 at Neyland Stadium. The matchup highlights the irony that Manning never seriously considered Tennessee during recruitment, despite his uncle Peyton Manning's legacy there. While Manning led a dramatic comeback against Ohio State, recent performance issues have raised concerns about his accuracy and decision-making.
Tennessee defeated FCS opponent Furman 56-9 in a season opener at Neyland Stadium, with freshman QB Faizon Brandon recording five touchdowns. The Vols, led by a dominant defense and 638 total yards, secured their 46th win under head coach Josh Heupel, who tied a school record. The game was played in 90-degree heat before a sold-out crowd of 101,915, with the Vols' next challenge being a trip to Georgia Tech.
No. 6 seed Tennessee (23-11) meets No. 3 Virginia (30-5) in the NCAA Tournament second round after both won their first-round games (Tennessee over Miami (Ohio), Virginia over Wright State). The game is Sunday at 6:10 p.m. ET on TNT from Xfinity Mobile Arena, with streaming options on HBO Max, Paramount Plus, and the March Madness App. A close projection (KenPom Vols 70–69) and a BetMGM line of Tennessee -1.5 (137.5 total) frame the matchup. Barnes-led Tennessee is in its seventh second round in eight March Madness appearances; Virginia, under Ryan Odom, brings strong defense and a high KenPom ranking into the game.
Tennessee legend Al Wilson expressed optimism about the Vols' competitiveness after a close overtime loss to Georgia, highlighting the team's potential and the importance of key plays and decisions in the game.
The Tennessee Vols narrowly lost to Georgia in overtime, but the article emphasizes that the team's effort and resilience over the game should be the focus, not the missed field goal. Despite the setback, Tennessee remains a strong contender with a legitimate shot at the College Football Playoff, and the loss should serve as motivation for future games.
Insider reports that Tennessee Vols' DB Boo Carter is facing off-the-field issues, with team leaders and coaching staff concerned about his lack of engagement this summer, potentially impacting his participation in 2025 and the team's overall success.
ESPN College GameDay visits Tuscaloosa for the first time during basketball season, with Alabama head coach Nate Oats set to join the show as a special guest ahead of the top-15 matchup with the Tennessee Vols. The morning festivities lead up to a highly anticipated battle on the hardwood for SEC supremacy, with Alabama aiming to improve defensively against a strong Tennessee offense. The day's lineup also includes a big matchup between Kansas and Baylor, making for an exciting day of basketball.
The attorney generals of Tennessee and Virginia have filed a federal lawsuit against the NCAA, alleging that the name, image, and likeness (NIL) rules constitute antitrust violations. The lawsuit aims to reduce restrictions on the process by which recruits negotiate NIL deals and communicate with schools regarding NIL opportunities prior to enrolling or signing a letter of intent. This comes as the NCAA investigates the Tennessee Vols for potential violations of the NIL rules, with the university facing potential sanctions if found to be a repeat violator.
Former Florida Gators coach Steve Spurrier reflects on the nickname "The Swamp" for Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and its intimidating effect on opponents. The Tennessee Vols have struggled to win at The Swamp, with a nine-game losing streak dating back to 1971. Spurrier, who had a successful record at home against the Vols, believes it will be a tough game for Tennessee this year. Despite being underdogs, the Vols have a chance to break the streak, but The Swamp remains a formidable venue for opponents.
Former UNC Tar Heel and NCAA Champion Tyler Hansbrough tweeted his support for the Tennessee Volunteers after they defeated the Duke Blue Devils in the NCAA Tournament. Hansbrough's hatred for Duke runs deep, and his new fandom for Tennessee may be superficial, but as a Tennessee alumna, the author allows it. Hansbrough had an impressive 6-2 record against Duke during his college career and led UNC to an NCAA Championship in 2009.