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George MacIntyre to start for Tennessee against Alabama

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 12:49 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

George MacIntyre to start for Tennessee against Alabama

Summary

George MacIntyre will make his second consecutive start for No. 14 Tennessee as they host No. 7 Alabama in their SEC matchup at Neyland Stadium on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EDT. MacIntyre previously started against Arkansas in Week 6. Freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon is listed as questionable for the game, adding to the anticipation surrounding the Vols' offense. Coverage will be provided by ABC.

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Status Watch

•Tennessee (5-1, 2-1 SEC) faces Alabama (5-1, 3-1 SEC) this weekend.
•Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. EDT at Neyland Stadium.
•MacIntyre started last week against Arkansas.
•Faizon Brandon's status is uncertain for the game.

Latest Updates

1:40 PMESPN — Sources: Vols sticking with QB MacIntyre as starter vs. Crimson Tide
12:24 PMYahoo Sports — George MacIntyre set for second straight start for Tennessee football

What they're saying

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Tennessee is set to turn to George MacIntyre as its starting quarterback for the second straight week when the No. 14 Volunteers host No. 6 Alabama, sources told ESPN.
— ESPN