Trump's presence may disrupt communication at Texas vs. Tennessee matchup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The matchup between No. 1 Texas Longhorns and No. 14 Tennessee Volunteers takes place this Saturday in Knoxville. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian noted that President Trump’s attendance could cause communication disruptions for both teams as he moves within Neyland Stadium. Enhanced security measures will be in place, with Tennessee urging fans to arrive significantly earlier than normal. Sarkisian emphasized the need for a plan to adjust to possible communication cuts during the game, as experienced during Trump’s prior attendance at a game in 2019. Gates will open at 9 a.m. Eastern, with various traffic control measures and security checkpoints expected.
- •Texas vs. Tennessee game is on Saturday in Knoxville.
- •President Trump's movement may disrupt team communications.
- •Enhanced security and traffic measures will be in effect.
- •Tennessee fans advised to arrive early; gates open at 9 a.m. Eastern.
- •Sarkisian highlights need for communication adjustment plans.
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — President Trump is coming to Texas-Tennessee game. How will it impact Longhorns?
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — How Donald Trump’s presence will impact No. 1 Texas at No. 14 Tennessee
"The Longhorns can lose coach-to-player headset communication when Trump enters, exits or changes locations in the stadium. Sarkisian says they're preparing.
"The president’s movement during the game could result in communication disruptions.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 6:18 PMPresident Trump is coming to Texas-Tennessee game. How will it impact Longhorns?
The Longhorns can lose coach-to-player headset communication when Trump enters, exits or changes locations in the stadium. Sarkisian says they're preparing.
- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 5:44 PMHow Donald Trump’s presence will impact No. 1 Texas at No. 14 Tennessee
The president’s movement during the game could result in communication disruptions.
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