The SEC football media days have wrapped up in Tampa, Florida, signaling the official start of the preseason buzz.
University of Tennessee announced that its fall training camp will open on August 5, setting the stage for the first game of the season against Furman on September 5 at Neyland Stadium.
The Volunteers have slated three non‑conference opponents before meeting Texas on September 26, a matchup scheduled to begin at noon Eastern Time on the same historic venue.
According to ESPN Analytics' Matchup Predictor, Texas enters the contest as a heavy favorite, with a 75.5% chance of securing the win.
Sarkisian's Vision for the Longhorns
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian took the opportunity to praise his squad's commitment and unity, stating that the team is focused on becoming champions and holding each other accountable throughout the season.