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Josh Heupel reviews Tennessee offensive line performance before Georgia Tech

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 8:40 PM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Josh Heupel reviews Tennessee offensive line performance before Georgia Tech
Summary

Tennessee coach Josh Heupel is addressing inconsistencies in his team's offensive line play following a 56-9 season-opening victory over Furman. Although the Volunteers recorded 329 rushing yards in the win, the unit struggled to establish an initial push during the first quarter. Heupel attributed the slow start to missed blocks by tight ends and communication errors caused by the late scratch of center Sam Pendleton. The coach anticipates Pendleton will return for the upcoming road game against Georgia Tech on September 12 at Bobby Dodd Stadium. With Georgia Tech known for a physical playing style under coach Brent Key, Heupel emphasized that his team must prioritize precise execution and physicality to succeed on the road.

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  • •Tennessee opened the season with a 56-9 win over Furman.
  • •The offensive line struggled to generate push early in the game against Furman.
  • •Center Sam Pendleton missed the opener due to a late injury scratch.
  • •Tennessee travels to play Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium on September 12.
  • •Josh Heupel identified improved blocking and communication as primary goals before the next game.
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  • 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — What Josh Heupel says Tennessee football must fix before Georgia Tech game
What they're saying
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Tennessee's ground game seemed to be grinding its gears in Week 1. Here's what Josh Heupel said the problems were and how to fixed them vs Georgia Tech.

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