ESPN's latest College Football Playoff projection has the Tennessee Volunteers moving into the top 10 following their dominant 34-6 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats at Neyland Stadium on November 7, 2026.
The win in Knoxville, Tennessee, saw Volunteers players Mike Bethea II (#55), Ian Duarte (#81), and Dejuan Lane (#10) celebrating on the field after the convincing SEC matchup result.
The updated playoff projection reflects Tennessee's strong performance as they continue their push for a postseason berth.



