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Josh Heupel considers options before naming Tennessee's starting quarterback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:28 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Josh Heupel considers options before naming Tennessee's starting quarterback
Summary

Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel may delay naming his starting quarterback until game week. Five-star freshman Faizon Brandon appears to lead the competition against sophomore George MacIntyre following their intrasquad scrimmage on August 22. Brandon showed his potential with a deep pass and strong running plays but also committed mistakes, including an interception. MacIntyre managed the offense but had an interception returned for a touchdown. Heupel has not indicated a timeline but mentioned the importance of first-team reps as the Vols prepare for their season opener against Furman on September 5.

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  • •Josh Heupel may wait until game week to name his starting QB.
  • •Faizon Brandon shows potential, but has also made mistakes.
  • •George MacIntyre performed reasonably but threw a touchdown interception.
  • •Tennessee opens the season against Furman on September 5.
  • •Heupel's history suggests he could announce the starter soon.
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  • 5:28 PMYahoo Sports — What Josh Heupel is mulling before naming Tennessee football starting QB
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Josh Heupel left open the possibility that he could wait until game week to name Tennessee's starting quarterback. Here's what he is considering.

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