Tennessee prepares for Georgia Tech quarterback Alberto Mendoza in Atlanta

Tennessee visits Atlanta this Saturday at 7 p.m. ET to face Georgia Tech in a matchup featuring Yellow Jackets quarterback Alberto Mendoza. The junior passer enters the contest following his first collegiate start, where he completed 17 of 23 passes for 237 yards in a narrow loss to Colorado. Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key emphasized Mendoza's command of the offense, while Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel noted the quarterback's ability to progress through reads and extend plays with his athleticism. Tennessee enters the game after an opening victory against Furman that left its secondary largely untested. Defensive coordinator Anthony Poindexter highlighted the challenge posed by Georgia Tech’s varied formations and deep group of receivers and tight ends. The Volunteers' defense will look to contain Mendoza while maintaining discipline against a multifaceted offensive scheme.

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