Tennessee projected for Music City Bowl rematch against Illinois
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Tennessee is projected to face Illinois in the 2026 Music City Bowl following Week 2 of the college football season. The Vols, currently 2-0, are looking to avenge their loss to the Fighting Illini, who won 30-28 in the previous year's matchup. The Music City Bowl is scheduled for December 30, 2026, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. This marks the final season for the current Nissan Stadium before a new venue opens in 2027.
- •Tennessee is 2-0 entering Week 3 of the 2026 season.
- •Illinois holds a 1-1 record after Week 2.
- •The Music City Bowl is set for December 30 at 3 p.m. EDT.
- •Tennessee lost to Illinois in the 2025 Music City Bowl.
- •2026 is the last year for the current Nissan Stadium.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee football projected for Music City Bowl rematch after Week 2
"Tennessee is projected for the 2026 Music City Bowl after Week 2.
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