Overview

• Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 30 at 12 p.m. ET at Atlanta’s Mercedes‑Benz Stadium with national TV coverage on ABC.
• BetMGM lists Tennessee as roughly a 14 to 14.5‑point favorite, reflecting the market’s clear lean toward the Vols.
• Dimers’ model gives Tennessee about a 79% win probability and projects a 31–19 final score in the neutral‑site matchup.
• Syracuse is expected to start Notre Dame transfer Steve Angeli at quarterback in his first game leading Jeff Nixon’s offense.
• Preview coverage reports Tennessee will turn to Appalachian State transfer Joey Aguilar at quarterback, and ABC’s crew is set with Bob Wischusen, Louis Riddick and Kris Budden.