Tennessee secures first SEC football win over Auburn at Neyland Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Tennessee defeated Auburn 24-14 on Saturday, October 3, 2026, marking the Volunteers' first victory in Southeastern Conference play this season. With 101,915 fans in attendance, DeSean Bishop was a standout performer, rushing for 220 yards and three touchdowns. Quarterback Faizon Brandon struggled, completing only 3-of-8 passes before being replaced by George MacIntyre, who contributed 86 passing yards. Tennessee recorded a total of 323 yards, compared to Auburn's 345 yards. The Volunteers will next face Arkansas on October 10.
- •Tennessee's record improves to 4-1, 1-1 SEC.
- •Auburn falls to 3-2, 1-2 SEC.
- •DeSean Bishop rushed for 220 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Tennessee totaled 323 yards; Auburn had 345 yards.
- •Next game for Tennessee is against Arkansas on October 10.
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