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Tennessee Favored in Music City Bowl Amid Key Opt-Outs

12/28/2025

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Tennessee is now favored by 1.5 points over Illinois in Music City Bowl on December 30 after NFL Draft opt-outs including Colton Hood (defensive back) and Jermod McCoy (last year's MVP).
Head coach Josh Heupel says young players must step up in practice to fill gaps.
Quarterback Joey Aguilar said teammate George MacIntyre is growing and ready to lead.
The game will be played at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Tennessee is now favored by 1.5 points over Illinois in Music City Bowl on December 30 after NFL Draft opt-outs including Colton Hood (defensive back) and Jermod McCoy (last year's MVP).
Head coach Josh Heupel says young players must step up in practice to fill gaps.
Quarterback Joey Aguilar said teammate George MacIntyre is growing and ready to lead.
The game will be played at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.