Texas edges Tennessee in tense SEC showdown at Neyland Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
No. 1 Texas secured a narrow 20-17 victory over Tennessee at Neyland Stadium on September 26. The Longhorns took an early lead and maintained it throughout, despite a late-game push by the Volunteers. Texas showcased a dominant defensive performance, limiting Tennessee to 221 total yards and registering 10 sacks. Freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon made strides despite facing pressure but was unable to lead Tennessee to a comeback. The game featured significant penalties for Texas, raising concerns about discipline. Next, both teams will seek to improve in their upcoming matchups.
- •Texas improves to 4-0 with the win over No. 13 Tennessee.
- •Tennessee limited to 221 total yards and 10 sacks allowed.
- •Faizon Brandon throws a late touchdown but fails to lead a comeback.
- •Texas commits 11 penalties for 115 yards, raising discipline concerns.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Texas defense, Tennessee offensive line lead winners, losers from SEC showdown
"No. 1 Texas squeezed past Tennessee on the road in a tense SEC fist fight. A look at the winners and losers from Neyland Stadium.
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