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Texas edges Tennessee in error-filled game to improve record

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 10:01 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Texas edges Tennessee in error-filled game to improve record

Summary

Texas defeated Tennessee 20-17 in Knoxville on September 26, showcasing their resilience amid significant mistakes. The Longhorns struggled with discipline, committing 11 penalties and suffering two special teams errors, yet managed to secure the win thanks in part to Colin Simmons' dominant performance, including five sacks. Coach Steve Sarkisian emphasized the need for improvement despite the victory, as Texas prepares for the challenges ahead in its SEC schedule. The win continues to bolster Texas's credentials in the hunt for a national title.

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By the Numbers

•Texas improves to 5-0 on the season
•Colin Simmons recorded five sacks against Tennessee
•Longhorns committed 11 penalties during the game
•Sarkisian calls for improved discipline moving forward
•Texas secures win at a hostile Neyland Stadium

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10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Texas keeps finding ways to win big games, but sloppiness could cost Longhorns everything down the road

What they're saying

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The Longhorns may be good enough to win it all this season, but after eking out an error-filled win at Tennessee, it's also easy to see how they could cause their own demise in January.
— Yahoo Sportsby Dan Wolken

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