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Nov 22, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) throws the ball against the Wisconsin Badgers during the second quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images

Why Tennessee Coach Josh Heupel Has 'Great Respect' for Illinois' Luke Altmyer

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Tennessee football offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Joey Halzle speaks to the media during football media day, in Knoxville, Tennessee, July 29, 2025.

Tennessee Football Coaches Joey Halzle and William Inge Preview Illinois

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Tennessee coach Josh Heupel during warm-ups before a NCAA football game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Oklahoma Sooners at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on November 1, 2025.

Tennessee Football HC Josh Heupel Speaks at Music City Bowl Press Conference

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Tennessee vs. Illinois Music City Bowl game prediction 2025

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Tennessee linebacker Jordan Burns (11) walks to the locker room after the NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt on Nov. 29, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

How to Watch: Tennessee vs. Illinois In the Music City Bowl Game

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Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The Illinois Fighting Illini team stands as the band plays the school fight song after a win against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Joey Aguilar and Tennessee are favored against Illinois on Tuesday.

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Nov 22, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs the ball against Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman, left, and Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Aaron Witt (59) during the first quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images

How to Watch Illinois vs. Tennessee in Music City Bowl: TV, Kickoff Time, More

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Dec 29, 2025

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning instructs his team from the sideline against the Indiana Hoosiers during the third quarter at Autzen Stadium.

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Dec 28, 2025

Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts in the first half against the LSU Tigers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC Fans Won't Like The Latest Recruiting Update From 4-Star Safety Gavin Williams

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Dec 28, 2025

Former four-star prospect Chaz Coleman is transferring from Penn State.

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Dec 28, 2025

Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; UNLV Rebels quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) celebrates after the game against the Colorado State Rams at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium.

Major college football program surges as candidate for 4,000-yard QB

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Dec 27, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema during warmups prior to a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

ESPN's FPI Reveals Favorite for Illinois vs. Tennessee in Music City Bowl

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Dec 27, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel on the field before a game against the Syracuse Orange at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Five NCAA Transfer Portal QB Options That Make Sense For Tennessee Football

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Dec 27, 2025

Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar (6) during warm-ups at a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Nov. 29, 2025.

Information Surrounding Joey Aguilar's Fight for More Eligibility Releases

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Dec 27, 2025

Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar (6) looks around the stadium after losing a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Nov. 29, 2025.

Tennessee Football QB Joey Aguilar Speaks Following Bowl Practice

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Dec 27, 2025

Tennessee coach Josh Heupel high-fives children from East Tennessee Children's Hospital during warm-ups at a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Nov. 29, 2025.

Everything Tennessee Football HC Josh Heupel Said After First Bowl Practice

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Dec 26, 2025

Oct 18, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel looks on in the second quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

Why There are More Concerns About Tennessee Football's Chances Against Illinois

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Dec 26, 2025

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