Tennessee QB Faizon Brandon earns second SEC Freshman of the Week honor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Tennessee freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon has been awarded SEC Freshman of the Week for the second consecutive week following his performance in a 45-24 victory over Georgia Tech on September 12. In that game, he completed 10 of 21 passes for 148 yards and two touchdowns, along with 22 rushing yards. After making his college debut on September 5, where he also achieved three passing touchdowns, Brandon has quickly established himself as a key player for the Volunteers. Tennessee, currently ranked 14th and with a record of 2-0, will next face Kennesaw State on Saturday at Neyland Stadium.
- •Brandon named SEC Freshman of the Week for second straight week.
- •He passed for 148 yards and two touchdowns against Georgia Tech.
- •Brandon started his first road game on September 12.
- •Tennessee's record improves to 2-0 after beating Georgia Tech.
- •The Vols will play Kennesaw State next on September 16.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Faizon Brandon earns second consecutive SEC Freshman of the Week honor
"Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon earns second SEC Freshman of the Week honor.
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