Vanderbilt Stuns Tennessee 45-24 in Week 14 Matchup
Vanderbilt dominated Tennessee on the road, securing a 45-24 victory in Week 14 behind strong defensive performances and offensive execution. The Commodores covered the spread as 2-point underdogs, with the game exceeding the over/under of 66.5 points.
Tennessee's Joey Aguilar led all passers with 299 yards, while DeSean Bishop rushed for 97 yards and Chris Brazzell II caught 91 receiving yards for the Volunteers. Despite these efforts, Tennessee managed only a fourth-quarter field goal after a scoreless third quarter.
Vanderbilt's defense was the difference-maker, recording several crucial stops. Defensive standout plays included a 52-yard touchdown reception by Brazzell II that was negated by strong Vanderbilt coverage elsewhere, and Shawn Alexander's 28-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter set an early tone for the Commodores.
The game featured significant momentum swings, with 19 lead changes throughout. Vanderbilt's fourth-quarter dominance proved decisive, outscoring Tennessee 14-3 in the final period to seal the upset victory on the road.
AI-generated recap · Jul 22, 2026
| Team | 1Q | 2Q | 3Q | 4Q | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 45 | |
| 7 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 24 |
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| Statistic | Vanderbilt | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Passing | 18-28 | 29-44 |
| Pass Yards | 265 | 299 |
| Rush Yards | 314 | 83 |
| Total Yards | 579 | 382 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| 3rd Down | 7-10 | 12-19 |
| Penalties | 6-51 | 5-60 |
| Possession | 34:59 | 25:01 |
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