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Texas holds off Tennessee 20-17 in SEC opener on road

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Texas holds off Tennessee 20-17 in SEC opener on road

Summary

Top-ranked Texas defeated No. 14 Tennessee 20-17 on Saturday in Knoxville, marking the Longhorns' first visit to Neyland Stadium. Colin Simmons tied a program record with five sacks, contributing to Texas's strong defensive effort. Raleek Brown's two rushing touchdowns included the decisive score late in the game. Despite a late surge by Tennessee's Brandon Faizon, Texas maintained its lead with a crucial defensive stop on the final play. The win improves Texas's record to 4-0 as they enter the SEC competition.

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•Simmons recorded five sacks, tying the Texas program record.
•Texas outperformed Tennessee in sacks, recording 10 to Tennessee's 6.
•Brown scored two rushing touchdowns, including the game-winner.
•Texas committed 11 penalties for 115 yards during the game.
•Faizon threw a touchdown pass in the final minutes, but Texas held on.

Latest Updates

9:34 PMESPN — No. 1 Texas rides stout defensive performance to hold off No. 14 Vols
8:19 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Simmons ties program-record with 5 sacks as No. 1 Texas beats No. 14 Tennessee 20-17

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Colin Simmons tied the program record with five sacks as top-ranked Texas held off No. 14 Tennessee 20-17 Saturday in the Longhorns' first visit to Neyland Stadium.
— ESPN