Tennessee coach Josh Heupel discusses team needs ahead of Texas matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Tennessee moved up to No. 13 after a victory against Kennesaw State and prepares to face No. 1 Texas at Neyland Stadium. Coach Josh Heupel emphasized areas for improvement following the game, including red zone efficiency and defensive communication. He praised performances from running backs Duane, Hunter Barnes, and quarterback Faizon Brandon, highlighting the importance of smarter play for the upcoming game. With 'College GameDay' scheduled to visit Knoxville, the focus will be on how Tennessee can build on its recent momentum against a higher-ranked opponent.
- •Tennessee is ranked No. 13 after beating Kennesaw State.
- •Josh Heupel cited the need for improvement in red zone play.
- •Duane, Hunter Barnes, and Faizon Brandon received positive remarks.
- •The next game is against No. 1 Texas at Neyland Stadium.
- •'College GameDay' is coming to Knoxville.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — What Josh Heupel said about Tennessee's 'elite leaders' heading into Texas
""We're going to have to get better from this tape, too, and understand who we're playing next week," the Tennessee coach said.
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