Tennessee hosts Alabama for rivalry game on ABC this October
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Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Tennessee football will face Alabama in a crucial matchup on October 17 at Neyland Stadium, airing at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Both teams enter the game with identical records of 5-1, though Alabama holds a 3-1 conference record compared to Tennessee's 2-1. The Vols most recently defeated Arkansas 24-17, while Alabama fell to Georgia 20-17. This rivalry, known as the "Third Saturday in October," has seen the home team win the last five meetings in the Heupel era, contributing to Alabama's overall series lead of 61-40-7.
- •Tennessee vs. Alabama on October 17 in Neyland Stadium.
- •Game broadcasts at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
- •Tennessee and Alabama both enter with a 5-1 record.
- •Tennessee defeated Arkansas; Alabama lost to Georgia last week.
- •Home team has won the last five matchups.
- 12:17 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee football vs Alabama designated for ABC kickoff, how to watch
"Tennessee faces Alabama in a pivotal rivalry game that could determine the Vols' path to the college playoffs.
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