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With Kentucky preparing for a trip to Knoxville next weekend, plenty of uncertainty remains around Tennessee’s quarterback situation.
Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel has yet to name a starter for the matchup, leaving the door open for either George MacIntyre or Faizon Brandon.
Brandon, a former 5-star recruit, started Tennessee’s first five games before being replaced by MacIntyre against Auburn. The sophomore has started three straight games since, helping Tennessee earn wins over
Auburn, Arkansas, and Alabama.
However, MacIntyre struggled late in last week’s 27-24 loss to South Carolina, committing costly mistakes that helped the Gamecocks pull off the upset.
When asked about the quarterback competition this week, Heupel offered little clarity, simply saying both players had practiced well.
Neither quarterback has been particularly impressive against SEC competition, with Tennessee ranking near the bottom of the conference in several offensive categories.
For Kentucky, the uncertainty could be an advantage as Will Stein and the Wildcats prepare for another massive SEC showdown.
Whether it’s MacIntyre or Brandon under center, Kentucky’s defense will look to capitalize on Tennessee’s struggles protecting the football.
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Headlines:
Clara Strack Named to Center of the Year Top 20 Preseason Watch List – UK Athletics
More like top 5.
Kam Williams is nearing a return from injury but unlikely to play in Kentucky vs. Manhattan – Yahoo Sports
Exciting to hear, but want to make sure he’s 100%.
2027 Five-star forward DeMarcus Henry commits to UNC – Tar Heel Blog
Another tough loss for Mark Pope and staff.
Can Milan Momcilovic Become the Best Shooter in Kentucky Basketball History? – KY Insider
Not impossible.
Kentucky appeals judge denies NCAA bid to block 30 athletes from playing as hoops season draws near – ABC News
College basketball’s eligibility drama isn’t going anywhere.
CFB Pick ‘Em: Top Week 9 Games, Including Florida-Georgia, Ohio State-USC – FOX Sports
Halloween weekend is loaded with playoff implications.
Panthers fire defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero – NBC Sports
It’s always tough to get fired in the middle of the season.
Cam Skattebo says he feared amputation after gruesome injury that ended his 2025 season – CBS Sports
It’s remarkable that Skattebo is back playing football after just how serious that injury really was.
Five bold predictions for 2026 NBA Cup: A new champion, a record for futility, a surprising early exit – CBS Sports
Last year’s was very fun; hopefully this year lives up to it.
‘Just make them all eligible’: Men’s hoops coaches weigh in on eligibility chaos – ESPN
I mean, it makes sense to, right?
