Louisville and Tennessee suffer tough losses at home on September 26

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Louisville and Tennessee suffer tough losses at home on September 26
Summary

On September 26, Louisville fell to Wake Forest 30-27 in a last-minute finish at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. The Cardinals, who trailed by 10 at one point, battled back to tie but missed a 42-yard field goal attempt late in the game. Meanwhile, Tennessee lost to Texas 20-17 in Knoxville. The Vols came close to a comeback, scoring a touchdown late and recovering an onside kick but were thwarted by a relentless Texas defense, culminating in a failed Hail Mary attempt. Both teams face challenges ahead as they aim to improve their standings.

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  • •Louisville led a comeback but fell short with a missed field goal.
  • •Tennessee faced a dominant Texas team but nearly pulled off an upset.
  • •Both matches ended in the final minutes, showcasing tight competition.
  • •Louisville now needs to win out to keep playoff hopes alive.
  • •Tennessee seeks to regroup as they navigate their remaining schedule.
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  • 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — Louisville and Tennessee left heartbroken after grueling home losses at the same time
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Louisville and Tennessee both lost heartbreakers at nearly the same time.

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