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Tennessee Faces Vanderbilt Without Key Players Ross, Kitselman

11/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Tennessee will be without edge rusher Jordan Ross and tight end Miles Kitselman for the 3:30 p.m. kickoff against Vanderbilt, the first ranked meeting in 119 games.
Running back Peyton Lewis is available after missing last week's game with an ankle injury.
Jordan Ross has 17 tackles and 1.5 sacks this season.
Miles Kitselman has 25 catches for 250 yards this season.

History

Historical Context

The first ranked college football game took place in 1904, featuring the University of Michigan against Stanford, attracting 8,000 fans and marking a significant moment in American sports. This event laid the groundwork for college football's rise as a cultural phenomenon, exemplified by today's matchup between Tennessee and Vanderbilt, the first ranked meeting in 119 games, highlighting the enduring nature of college rivalries.

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Story summary

Tennessee will be without edge rusher Jordan Ross and tight end Miles Kitselman for the 3:30 p.m. kickoff against Vanderbilt, the first ranked meeting in 119 games.
Running back Peyton Lewis is available after missing last week's game with an ankle injury.
Jordan Ross has 17 tackles and 1.5 sacks this season.
Miles Kitselman has 25 catches for 250 yards this season.

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