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Tennessee opens gates early for Trump-attended Texas game

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 2:23 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Tennessee opens gates early for Trump-attended Texas game
Summary

Tennessee football will open Neyland Stadium gates at 9 a.m. on Sept. 26 as President Trump attends the game against Texas. Fans are advised to arrive much earlier due to expected increased security and congestion. The game will feature No. 13 Tennessee facing No. 1 Texas, both teams currently holding undefeated records. College GameDay will air live from 9 a.m. to noon, adding to the pre-game atmosphere. Knoxville Police will assist with crowd control, while heightened Secret Service presence is anticipated, thus fans should prepare for enhanced security protocols.

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Key Details
  • •Game scheduled for Sept. 26 at Neyland Stadium.
  • •Enhanced security measures due to President Trump's visit.
  • •Fans encouraged to arrive earlier than usual.
  • •Expected traffic congestion around campus before kickoff.
  • •College GameDay will broadcast live from the event.
Latest Updates
  • 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — Tennessee football has early plan for fans with Trump attending game vs Texas
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Tennessee football is opening gates early at Neyland Stadium as President Trump plans to attend the game against Texas.

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