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Tennessee routs Kennesaw State 42-9 to remain unbeaten at 3-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:37 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Tennessee routs Kennesaw State 42-9 to remain unbeaten at 3-0

Summary

The Tennessee Volunteers defeated Kennesaw State 42-9 on September 19 at Neyland Stadium, improving to 3-0 in the 2026 season. Freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon contributed significantly with 178 passing yards and a rushing touchdown. Running back Daune Morris also made an impact, rushing for 116 yards, including a 42-yard touchdown run. Tennessee’s defense limited Kennesaw State to just 126 yards in the first half. The Volunteers will now prepare to face No. 1 Texas next week in their SEC opener.

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•Tennessee improves to 3-0 with the victory.
•Faizon Brandon completes 18 of 26 passes for 178 yards.
•Daune Morris rushes for 116 yards and a touchdown.
•Tennessee's defense allows only 126 yards in the first half.
•Next, the Volunteers face No. 1 Texas in their SEC opener.

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4:37 AMYahoo Sports — Tennessee Cruises Past Kennesaw State to Stay Perfect

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The Tennessee Volunteers continued their strong start to the 2026 season Saturday night, cruising past Kennesaw State 42-9 at Neyland Stadium. The No. 15 Volunteers improved to 3-0 with the victory, wrapping up their nonconference schedule undefeated and setting up a massive matchup with No. 1 Texas next weekend. Faizon Brandon Continues to Impress Freshman…
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