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How to Watch: Tennessee Volunteers vs Texas Longhorns

The Vols welcome the top-ranked team in the country on Saturday, and these are the game details
Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon (11) runs with the ball during Tennessee’s college football game against Kennesaw State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Sept. 19, 2026.
Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon (11) runs with the ball during Tennessee’s college football game against Kennesaw State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Sept. 19, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

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The Tennessee Vols are getting ready for what promises to be their biggest game of the college football season as they host the top-ranked Texas Longhorns. This game is expected to be one of the best of the weekend, and has fans all around the country are hyped for the game on Saturday.

President Trump Adds to the Chaos

President Trump
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There are numerous storylines that increase the spectacle, including the announcement that President Trump will be in attendance. If you are planning on being at or around Neyland Stadium, then plan accordingly, as there is expected to be increased foot traffic.

A Manning Plays in Neyland Once Again

Arch Manning
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to throw during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas on Sept. 12, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

The Manning name is on Neyland Stadium and is held in high regard among the Tennessee faithful. This Saturday, there will be another Manning taking center stage, but this time to play against the Volunteers. Arch Manning, nephew of Peyton Manning, is one of the best players in the country and will pose a large problem for the Vols to attempt to stop.

The Volunteers are Upset Minded

DeSean Bishop
Sep 19, 2026; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop (18) looks up after landing in the end zone for a touchdown during Tennesseea?TMs college football game against Kennesaw State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Sept. 19, 2026. Mandatory Credit: Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel-USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

Tennessee might be ranked 14th in the nation and at home, but when you welcome in the No. 1 ranked team with a Heisman frontrunner, then you are still the underdog. The Vols will need to play their best game of the season if they want to beat the Longhorns. One advantage that Tennessee does have is that it is the Longhorns' first time playing in Neyland Stadium. This could be an opportunity for Volunteer fans to leave their mark on the game and help their team come away with the victory.

Here Is How to Watch the Tennessee Vols Take on the Texas Longhorns

Josh Heupel
Tennessee coach Josh Heupel before the game between Tennessee and Kennesaw State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Sept. 19, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

• Game Day: Saturday, Sep 26, 2026
• Game Location: Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, Tennessee
• Game Time: 12:00 PM (Noon) EDT
• TV: ABC
• Streaming: ESPN App
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Major Passons
MAJOR PASSONS

Major Passons was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee to a family of Volunteer fans. Watching Tennessee basketball and football games has been a tradition in the Passons's household since he can remember. Major brings an expertise and focus in Basketball, as he has covered the Miami Heat since 2022 through various outlets including Heat On SI since October 2025.

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