Josh Heupel discusses Tennessee QB competition and future implications
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel acknowledged the reality of the ongoing quarterback competition between George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon during SEC media days. Both players are highly touted recruits, but he noted that the loser may not remain with the team beyond the 2026 season. Preseason practice begins on August 5, and Heupel expressed satisfaction with their progress. History suggests that the competition could lead to one player transferring if he falls behind in the battle for the starting job.
- •Heupel suggests the loser of the QB battle could transfer.
- •Preseason practice starts August 5 for Tennessee.
- •Both quarterbacks are highly touted recruits.
- •Previous transfers occurred in similar QB competitions.
- •Heupel emphasizes the importance of performance in games.
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Heupel reveals hard truth about Tennessee football quarterback future
"It’s plausible that the loser of Tennessee’s QB competition between George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon won’t return in 2027, and Josh Heupel knows it
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