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Tennessee edges Arkansas 24-17 for first win in Fayetteville since 2001

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 8:30 AM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Tennessee edges Arkansas 24-17 for first win in Fayetteville since 2001

Summary

No. 15 Tennessee defeated Arkansas 24-17 on October 10, securing its first victory in Fayetteville since 2001. Running back DeSean Bishop's 8-yard touchdown run in the final two minutes capped a comeback after trailing 14-10 entering the fourth quarter. The win marks Tennessee's second consecutive victory over Arkansas, giving head coach Josh Heupel his 50th win with the program. Tennessee's quarterback George MacIntyre, starting in place of an injured Faizon Brandon, struggled with three turnovers. After the game, Tennessee will prepare for a matchup against Alabama next week.

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•Tennessee wins 24-17 against Arkansas on October 10.
•DeSean Bishop rushed for 138 yards, including a key touchdown.
•Quarterback George MacIntyre made his first start, throwing two interceptions.
•The win gives Tennessee back-to-back victories over Arkansas for the first time since 2001.
•Tennessee will face Alabama in their next game.

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No. 15 Tennessee beat Arkansas 24-17 on Saturday for its first win in Fayetteville since 2001, scoring on running back DeSean Bishop’s 8-yard touchdown run in the final two minutes.
— Yahoo Sports

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