Texas holds off Tennessee, controversial onside kick debated

Texas defeated Tennessee 20-17 at Neyland Stadium, maintaining its undefeated record at 4-0. The game featured a controversial onside kick attempt by Tennessee that raised questions about its legality. After recovering the kick, Tennessee nearly made a comeback but was stopped by Texas' defense. The onside kick, executed in an unconventional manner, prompted significant discussions among fans and analysts about its legality, as officials initially flagged the play before reversing the decision. Tennessee will next face Auburn on October 3, while Texas has a bye week before facing Oklahoma.

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