How Tennessee Can UPSET No. 1 Texas: A Plan for Arch Manning and a Stolen Possession

A to Z Sports - Tennessee Volunteers
•September 20th, 2026
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What would Tennessee have to do to upset No. 1 Texas at Neyland Stadium? Austin Stanley asks former Vols quarterback Jonathan Crompton for a game plan, and Crompton starts with containing Arch Manning.
Crompton explains how Jim Knowles could use pressure and a three-safety look to account for Manning’s ability to extend plays. He also argues that Tennessee may need to steal a possession through special teams or another aggressive call. Austin and Crompton discuss the importance of protecting Faizon Brandon from costly turnovers and why the scheduled noon kickoff has disappointed fans hoping for a night game.
Which matters most against Texas: containing Manning, winning the turnover battle or finding an extra possession?
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