Texas holds off Tennessee for 20-17 win in Knoxville
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Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Texas defeated Tennessee 20-17 in an SEC matchup at Neyland Stadium on September 26, 2026. The Longhorns, ranked No. 1, improved to 4-0, while the 14th-ranked Volunteers fell to 3-1. Texas led for most of the game but faced late pressure after Tennessee scored with 1:22 remaining and recovered an onside kick. Texas will next face Oklahoma on October 10.
- •Texas is now 4-0 and 1-0 in the SEC.
- •Arch Manning passed for 201 yards but did not throw a touchdown.
- •Raleek Brown scored two rushing touchdowns for Texas.
- •Texas defense recorded 10 sacks, led by Colin Simmons with five.
- •Next game is against Oklahoma on October 10.
- 10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Texas vs Tennessee report card: Arch Manning, offense struggle; defense shines in SEC win
"How the Texas Longhorns graded out in their 20-17 win over Tennessee. QB Arch Manning and the offense struggle, but Colin Simmons and defense gets high marks
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