Sports · October 15, 2026
George MacIntyre set for second straight start for Tennessee football
Tennessee freshman quarterback George MacIntyre is expected to make his second consecutive start when the No. 14 Volunteers host No. 6 Alabama. MacIntyre previously started in Tennessee's victory over Arkansas, stepping in as Faizon Brandon deals with a lingering shoulder injury sustained during the Texas game.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- George MacIntyre will make his second straight start for Tennessee.
- The upcoming game is against Alabama.
- MacIntyre started the previous game against Arkansas.
Reported by only some outlets
- Faizon Brandon is listed as questionable due to a shoulder injury.
- MacIntyre completed 18 of 29 passes for 247 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions against Arkansas.
- Tennessee defeated Arkansas 24-17.
- Tennessee is ranked No. 14 and Alabama is ranked No. 6.
- The change from Brandon to MacIntyre originally occurred during the Auburn game.
Confirmed
- George MacIntyre is starting against Alabama.
- MacIntyre started the previous game against Arkansas.
Reported
- George MacIntyre will start a second straight game against Alabama. (CBS Sports)
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