Tennessee's fourth down failure and MacIntyre fumble lead to loss against South Carolina
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Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Tennessee suffered a 27-24 loss to South Carolina on October 24, with quarterback George MacIntyre at the center of two critical mistakes. The Vols led 24-17 late in the game but failed to convert on a crucial fourth-down play. MacIntyre was then sacked and fumbled, setting up a game-winning field goal for the Gamecocks. Tennessee's performance was marred by 12 penalties for 90 yards, including three touchdowns erased by flags. The Vols will look to rebound against No. 12 Kentucky on November 7 following a week off.
- •Tennessee leads South Carolina 24-17 late in the fourth quarter.
- •MacIntyre fails to convert a fourth-and-1 in critical moments.
- •He fumbles the ball while being pressured, leading to a winning field goal.
- •The Vols had three touchdowns negated by penalties during the game.
- •Tennessee plays No. 12 Kentucky on November 7.
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — How Tennessee botched fourth down, George MacIntyre fumble vs South Carolina
- 1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Heupel reacts to George MacIntyre, Tennessee football loss vs South Carolina
"George MacIntyre and Josh Heupel explained how Tennessee messed up a fourth-down play and a fumble in a 27-24 loss to South Carolina on Oct. 24.
"After suffering a brutal loss to South Carolina, Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel is counting on quarterback George MacIntyre to grow.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 25, 2026, 1:31 AMHow Tennessee botched fourth down, George MacIntyre fumble vs South Carolina
George MacIntyre and Josh Heupel explained how Tennessee messed up a fourth-down play and a fumble in a 27-24 loss to South Carolina on Oct. 24.
- Yahoo SportsOct 25, 2026, 1:25 AMJosh Heupel reacts to George MacIntyre, Tennessee football loss vs South Carolina
After suffering a brutal loss to South Carolina, Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel is counting on quarterback George MacIntyre to grow.
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