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Tennessee Beats Alabama 26-10 as Alabama Scoring Streak Ends

By Drooid · Oct 18, 2026, 2:56 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Alabama's Scoring Drought

Alabama’s 345-game scoring streak ended when the Crimson Tide failed to score.
The Crimson Tide lost consecutive regular-season games for the first time since 2007.
Alabama’s offense managed just 201 total yards, its lowest versus Tennessee since 2015.
Quarterback Keelon Russell threw two interceptions, helping Tennessee record four takeaways.
The series tied for Alabama’s most-played matchup, and both teams wore home jerseys for the first time since Oct. 17, 1970.

Summary

Tennessee defeats Alabama

Tennessee defeated Alabama 26-10 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Oct. 17, 2026.
Quarterback George MacIntyre completed 21 of 31 passes for 197 yards and a touchdown.
Running back DeSean Bishop rushed 159 yards on 32 carries, scoring both Tennessee touchdowns.
Bishop recorded his third straight 100-plus-yard game, reaching 517 yards and six touchdowns in three games.

History

Historical Context

The Alabama–Tennessee rivalry began in 1901 and has swung between long streaks, including Alabama’s 11-game run (1971-81) and Tennessee’s seven-game surge (1995-2001). In 1970, first-year Vol coach Bill Battle led Tennessee to a victory that halted Alabama’s recent dominance, a reversal echoed in the 2026 upset. The series now stands 60-41-8 in Alabama’s favor.

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Alabama's Scoring Drought

Alabama’s 345-game scoring streak ended when the Crimson Tide failed to score.
The Crimson Tide lost consecutive regular-season games for the first time since 2007.
Alabama’s offense managed just 201 total yards, its lowest versus Tennessee since 2015.
Quarterback Keelon Russell threw two interceptions, helping Tennessee record four takeaways.
The series tied for Alabama’s most-played matchup, and both teams wore home jerseys for the first time since Oct. 17, 1970.

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