Which should-win game scares you the most?
Some difficult spots to navigate here.
Tennessee's season path hinges on the outcomes of several challenging road games. Early in October, the Volunteers will travel to Georgia Tech for a non-conference match-up, facing a physical Brent Keys defense with a freshman quarterback. Following that, they host Auburn, a school led by a quarterback with significant experience.
Another tough spot arrives in late October when Tennessee heads to Fayetteville to face Ryan Silverfield’s year one team at Arkansas. The Razorbacks have not been beaten in Fayetteville since 2001, making this a particularly intimidating match for the Volunteers. Their next challenge comes in early November when they travel to Columbia to take on South Carolina, a team known for its unpredictable games.
The Volunteers then return to Knoxville for a game against year one Kentucky, a team that tends to play wild games. The LSU matchup follows, filled with drama from Lane Kiffin's return to town. Finally, Tennessee concludes their schedule with a trip to Nashville to play Vanderbilt, a team that aims to maintain its momentum after a strong 2025 season.
While Tennessee faces significant games against Texas, Alabama, LSU, and Texas A&M, the road spots listed above could pose the most significant challenges for the Volunteers.
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