President Trump attends Texas vs Tennessee college football game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 3:02 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
President Donald Trump is in Knoxville for the highly anticipated SEC matchup between Texas and Tennessee on Saturday. The game marks Texas' first trip to Neyland Stadium, where both teams are ranked in the top 15. Trump's presence has prompted increased security measures around the stadium as fans are advised to allow for extra travel time. Both teams are preparing for a high-stakes contest, with Texas quarterback Arch Manning and Tennessee's Faizon Brandon set to face off. The matchup kicks off at noon ET, but as of now, the game is still in progress.
- •Texas and Tennessee clash in a top-15 SEC matchup.
- •Trump has attended two college football games this year.
- •Increased security presence noted around Neyland Stadium.
- •Communications for both teams may be disrupted during Trump's movements.
- 3:02 PMYahoo Sports — Why is President Trump at Texas vs Tennessee game? President attending SEC clash
"Here's why President Donald Trump is in attendance on Rocky Top on Saturday for a top-15 matchup between Texas and Tennessee.
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