Tennessee climbs to number 14 in latest US LBM Coaches Poll

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Tennessee climbs to number 14 in latest US LBM Coaches Poll
Summary

Tennessee moved up four spots to No. 14 in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll following the second week of the 2026 college football season. The Volunteers improved to a 2-0 record after a 45-24 victory against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta. Head coach Josh Heupel noted the win, while expressing dissatisfaction with special teams performance, penalties, and second-half execution. Texas currently holds the top spot in the national rankings. The Volunteers prepare for their upcoming schedule while working to address inconsistencies across special teams and defensive phases highlighted by the coaching staff after the win.

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  • Tennessee is ranked No. 14 in the updated US LBM Coaches Poll.
  • The Volunteers hold a 2-0 record after defeating Georgia Tech 45-24.
  • Texas leads the national rankings at No. 1.
  • Head coach Josh Heupel identified penalties and special teams as areas for improvement.
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  • 4:57 PMYahoo SportsWhere Tennessee ranks in college football polls after win vs Georgia Tech
  • 4:47 PMYahoo SportsTennessee's top 25 US LBM Coaches Poll ranking after Georgia Tech win
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Josh Heupel and Tennessee football are ranked No. 14 in the Top 25 after a 45-24 win Georgia Tech in Week 2. Here are the complete polls.

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Where Tennessee football is ranked in the US LBM Coaches Poll top 25 after Week 2 of the 2026 season.

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