Tennessee football defeats Alabama, eyes College Football Playoff potential
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Tennessee football achieved a significant victory by defeating Alabama 26-10 on October 17 at Neyland Stadium. Celebrations were lively, with team members enjoying post-game festivities, including victory cigars. The win places Tennessee firmly in contention for a College Football Playoff spot, especially following losses by SEC rivals Georgia and Texas. Tennessee aims to continue its strong performance against South Carolina on October 24, remembering the upset suffered during the last visit to Columbia in 2022.
- •Tennessee improves to 6-1, ranked No. 14 in the nation.
- •Alabama drops to 5-2 following the loss.
- •Tennessee beat Alabama for the third time in five years.
- •The team will play South Carolina in their next game.
- •UT's defense held Alabama to 10 points, showcasing a strong performance.
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — Once cigar smoke clears, Tennessee football faces a season where sky is the limit
"Josh Heupel and his Tennessee football team savored every moment of another win over Alabama. When the celebration dies down, expectations will soar.
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