ESPN’s FPI predicts the winner of Tennessee vs. Syracuse game in Week 1
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ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI) has made its predictions clear: the Tennessee Volunteers, led by head coach Josh Heupel, are going to dominate Syracuse on Saturday in Atlanta.
The FPI projections paint a striking picture, giving the Vols an impressive 88.6% chance of victory over the Orange who sit at just 11.4 %.
Tennessee is 3-0 all-time against Syracuse. Their last meeting was back in 2001 at Neyland stadium, where the Vols showcased their prowess with the big 33-9 win.
But is it time for history to rewrite a new twist? While we all know when it comes to college football anything is possible, Vegas seems to think otherwise with Tennessee as a solid 14-point favorite heading into the neutral site showdown.
The Volunteers come off a strong 10-3 season that finished with a first-round exit from the College Football Playoff. However, questions loom over Tennessee’s passing game as they transition to the Joey Aguilar era.
On the other side of the field, Syracuse finished strong with a 10 -3 record and a Holiday Bowl victory last season. But much like Tennessee, Syracuse is banking on transfers to bolster their roster in former Notre Dame quarterback Steve Angeli.
Kick off is set for Noon ET from the Benz in Atlanta.
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
