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Alabama football and Duke football host key matchups on October 17

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Alabama football and Duke football host key matchups on October 17

Summary

On Saturday, October 17, No. 7 Alabama football will face No. 14 Tennessee at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, beginning at 2:30 p.m. CT. Alabama looks for its first road victory against Tennessee since 2020. Additionally, Duke football will host UNC at Wallace Wade Stadium at 3:30 p.m. ET, seeking to bounce back after a close 28-25 loss to Georgia Tech. Duke has won their last two matchups against UNC, including a 32-25 victory last season. Both games are significant in their respective conferences, with Alabama aiming to solidify its standings in the SEC and Duke striving for a strong performance in the ACC.

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By the Numbers

•Alabama kicks off against Tennessee at 2:30 p.m. CT on October 17.
•Duke faces UNC at 3:30 p.m. ET on the same day.
•Alabama looks for a road win against Tennessee since 2020.
•Duke seeks recovery after a loss to Georgia Tech.
•Duke leads the all-time series against UNC 65-40-4.

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