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UPDATED Sep 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Sep 5, 2026 at 8:08 PM ET
Brandon Ties UT Rookie Record in 56-9 Win
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Freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon passed for three touchdowns and ran for two more, tying a Tennessee program freshman record. No. 20/18 UT opened the season with a 56-9 victory over Furman, marking an early statement for the Volunteers’ offense.
WHO: Faizon Brandon; Tennessee Volunteers; Furman
WHAT: Brandon tied a UT freshman record with five total touchdowns as Tennessee beat Furman 56-9 in its season opener.
WHEN: Reported Sep 5, 2026 at 9:53 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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