- The storied Alabama–Tennessee rivalry will revive the old double‑home jersey tradition for the 2026 and 2027 games — a practice paused by an SEC rule in 1971 — joining only UCLA–USC as rivals who both wear home colors.
- The matchup, nicknamed the "Third Saturday in October," hits its 109th meeting with Alabama leading 61‑40‑7; the 2026 game will debut the matching home jerseys at Neyland Stadium on Oct. 17.
- Beyond the uniforms, it’s a big QB storyline: No. 13 Alabama likely turns to Keelon Russell, while No. 20 Tennessee hosts a springboard battle between five‑star freshman Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre, with both teams returning key playmakers.
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