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Tennessee Shocks Alabama: No. 6 Tide Falls 26-10
18 Oct
Summary
- Tennessee ended a seven-game losing streak against ranked teams.
- Alabama managed only 201 yards and committed four turnovers.
- The Volunteers secured a historic third consecutive home win.
Tennessee, ranked 14th, secured a significant 26-10 victory over the sixth-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday. This win ended Tennessee's seven-game losing streak against ranked opponents and marked their first such victory since 2024. The Volunteers achieved their third consecutive home win against Alabama at Neyland Stadium.
Alabama struggled offensively, accumulating only 201 total yards and committing four turnovers, including two interceptions from quarterback Keelon Russell. The Crimson Tide's consecutive regular-season defeats mark their first since 2007. With top-ranked Georgia and seventh-ranked Texas also suffering upsets, Tennessee is positioned for a potential top-10 ranking and a College Football Playoff run.
