Faizon Brandon Shines in Debut | Tennessee Volunteers Football News

Faizon Brandon, the youngest QB to ever start for Tennessee, shredded Furman in a dazzling season opener—throwing 3 TDs and rushing for 2 more, accounting for all 5 scores while looking like a seasoned pro. The true freshman shattered records: first QB to start an opener for UT since 2004, fourth in school history to throw 3 passing TDs and rush for 2 in one game, and tied a freshman record with 5 total touchdowns. Defense added six sacks led by Gilliam’s three, while Matthews hauled in two monster TDs—including a 55- and 57-yarder. Coach Heupel also hit a milestone, tying for sixth all-time in wins at Tennessee and remaining undefeated in openers. Next up: Georgia Tech. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3e7fd7c353581f0f