Tennessee football faces issues with penalties ahead of crucial matchup
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Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Tennessee football committed 12 penalties for 90 yards in a 27-24 loss to South Carolina on October 24. Eight of those penalties were pre-snap fouls, contributing to misalignments and negated scoring opportunities. Head coach Josh Heupel emphasized the need for improved execution as the No. 17 Vols prepare to host No. 8 Kentucky on November 7. This season, the Vols rank poorly in penalty statistics, marking a continuation of issues as they aim for playoff contention.
- •Tennessee committed 12 penalties against South Carolina, including eight pre-snap.
- •The Vols' loss led fans to storm the field in celebration.
- •Tennessee prepares to face No. 8 Kentucky after a week off.
- •The team ranks 92nd in penalty yards and 107th in penalties this season.
- •Coach Heupel calls for focus and high-level execution from players.
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — What Josh Heupel said about Tennessee football penalties, discipline
"Tennessee football committed 12 penalties for 90 yards at South Carolina, including eight pre-snap fouls that led to a close road loss.
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