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Faizon Brandon accounts for five touchdowns in Tennessee debut victory

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Faizon Brandon accounts for five touchdowns in Tennessee debut victory

Summary

Freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon led No. 18 Tennessee to a 56-9 victory over Furman on September 5 at Neyland Stadium. In his first collegiate appearance, Brandon recorded three passing touchdowns and two rushing scores. He secured the starting position following an August 25 announcement by head coach Josh Heupel, becoming the 14th true freshman in school history to start at the position. His performance tied a Tennessee freshman record for total touchdowns in a single game. Brandon’s initial career touchdown was a 17-yard pass to tight end Ethan Davis during the opening drive of the first quarter.

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By the Numbers

•Tennessee defeated Furman 56-9 in their season opener on September 5.
•Faizon Brandon accounted for five total touchdowns in his first collegiate start.
•The 17-yard touchdown pass to Ethan Davis marked the first score of Brandon's career.
•Brandon tied a program freshman record by recording five touchdowns in a single game.

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6:36 PMYahoo Sports — Listen to Mike Keith's call on Faizon Brandon's first TD for Tennessee football

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Listen as Mike Keith, "The Voice of the Vols," makes the call on the Vol Network for freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon's first career touchdown.
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