No. 14 Vanderbilt, No. 19 Tennessee prepare for hotly anticipated in-state battle
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Tennessee and Vanderbilt are set to face off in a highly anticipated matchup as both teams enter the game ranked for the first time in their long-standing rivalry. The Volunteers, ranked No. 19 in the College Football Playoff rankings, will host the No. 14 Commodores in Knoxville. Tennessee leads the all-time series 81-32-5 and has won the last six meetings, including a comeback victory last season.
Tennessee (8-3, 4-3 SEC) has shown a strong defensive performance in recent games, notably against New Mexico State and Florida, allowing only 261 total yards against the Gators. Quarterback Joey Aguilar has been a key player, maintaining a completion rate of at least 60% in every game this season, peaking at 77.3% against Florida.
Vanderbilt (9-2, 5-2) poses a strong challenge, having defeated three ranked opponents this season. The Commodores recently dominated Kentucky 45
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