Overview

• The nonconference matchup at Neyland Stadium features Tennessee at 2-1 (0-1 SEC) and UAB at 2-1 (0-1 AAC).
• Former UAB coach Watson Brown highlighted Neyland’s atmosphere and noted Josh Heupel is using similar concepts with heavier personnel and tighter formations.
• Tennessee ranks among the FBS leaders in total offense and scoring, while its defense sits well below average; UAB throws efficiently but ranks near the bottom nationally in total and rush defense.
• Nolan Analytics’ Week 4 projections forecast a Tennessee win over UAB, 47-16.
• Tennessee has won all five on-field meetings against UAB, though the 2019 victory was vacated by the NCAA, leaving the official series record at 4-0.