Tennessee decides on starting QB for Alabama game, per report
By Andrew Olson
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Tennessee is reportedly sticking with George MacIntyre as its starting quarterback for at least another week. ESPN college football insider Pete Thamel reported on Thursday morning, citing sources, that MacIntyre is getting the start for No. 14 Tennessee in Saturday’s rivalry showdown with No. 6 Alabama.
It will be the second consecutive start for MacIntyre. He took over for Faizon Brandon in the Auburn game and started for the Volunteers against Arkansas in Week 6.
Sources: George MacIntyre is set to start for No. 14 Tennessee against No. 6 Alabama this weekend, which will be his second-straight week as starter. Faizon Brandon was listed as questionable for the Volunteers. https://t.co/ganHwUzTVM
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) October 15, 2026
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Thursday’s news comes after Brandon was listed as questionable on Wednesday’s initial availability report for the Third Saturday in October game. Brandon is dealing with a shoulder injury from the Texas game.
For the season, MacIntyre is 32-of-49 passing (65.3% complete) for 395 yards with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Against Arkansas, he was 18-of-29 for 247 yards with 1 TD and 2 picks.
Tennessee is 5-1 on the season, with the only loss coming against Texas on Sept. 26. Alabama is also 5-1, suffering its first loss in Week 6 to Georgia.
Saturday’s showdown is set for 3:30 p.m. ET in Knoxville. It will air on ABC.
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