Alabama and Tennessee to wear home uniforms in upcoming matchups
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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Alabama and Tennessee will face off on October 17 at Neyland Stadium, marking the first time since 1970 that both teams will wear their home jerseys. Alabama will wear Crimson, while Tennessee will don Orange. This matchup is part of their ongoing rivalry, which has seen both teams ranked in their recent encounters. The two teams also plan to wear the same uniforms for their matchup in 2027 in Tuscaloosa. The kickoff time for this year's game has yet to be finalized.
- •Alabama and Tennessee last wore home uniforms in 1970.
- •The October 17 game occurs at Neyland Stadium.
- •Both teams have split the last four meetings.
- •Alabama won their last game 37-20 in 2025.
- •The kickoff time for the upcoming game is still pending.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama, Tennessee set for elite uniform matchup in 2026 and 2027
"Alabama and Tennessee are set to have one heck of a uniform matchup.
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