Tennessee 56-24 UAB (Sep 20, 2025) Sport Recap

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — — Joey Aguilar threw for 218 yards with three touchdowns and an interception to steer No. 15 Tennessee over UAB 56-24 on Saturday.

The Volunteers (3-1) recovered from their time beyond regulation loss to Georgia final week with a dominating efficiency over the Blazers (2-2). The win was coach Josh Heupel’s fortieth at Tennessee.

“I had no idea,” Heupel mentioned of his success over 5 years with the Vols. “We’ve had a lot of growth in the program. We control where we go (this season).”

Mike Matthews had a 39-yard landing reception and Chris Brazzell II hauled one in from 19 yards. Star Thomas ran for a landing and caught a scoring go. Aguilar performed only one sequence within the second half after Tennessee led 42-7 at halftime.

“I’m still learning how to play fast,” mentioned Aguilar. “It’s been a big adjustment for me. We’re still growing (as an offense). We can get better.”

Tennessee’s run recreation, which Heupel known as “important to our identity,” accounted for 235 yards and 4 TDs after sputtering final week.

UAB QB Jalen Kitna threw for 364 yards, two touchdowns and an interception.

“(What stands out about Tennessee) is the quality of their systems, their schemes, how disciplined their players are,” mentioned UAB coach Trent Dilfer. “They overwhelmed us early and we were just trying to compete the best we could.”

The takeaway

UAB: The Blazers left Neyland Stadium with the boldness that they won’t see a greater staff than Tennessee this season and had been capable of rating 24 factors.

Tennessee: After fighting Georgia’s passing recreation final week, the Vols had a chance to wash up their secondary a bit towards the Blazers. While coping with accidents of their secondary, the problem has been to get a few of the younger gamers to the purpose the place they will contribute in powerful conditions. Tennessee may not see a lot motion within the AP Top 25 after this win.

Up subsequent

UAB: The Blazers have an off week earlier than internet hosting Army on Oct. 4.

Tennessee: The Vols go to Mississippi State subsequent weekend.

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