DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Tennessee defeated Arkansas 34–31 in a nail-biter. Arkansas covered by 7.0; Game went Under by 3.5. The market closed at Tennessee -10.0 and the Blue Chip model made it Tennessee -11.6, an edge of 1.6 points toward Tennessee.
Arkansas lost three fumbles and allowed five sacks, which disrupted offensive rhythm and gave Tennessee short fields. This must be cleaned up to compete against Texas A&M.
Despite the coaching change and loss, the team showed grit, rallying from a 17-point deficit to make it a one-score game. This mental toughness could be a positive factor moving forward.
Green threw for 256 yards and two TDs and ran for 63 yards and a score, showing he can be a dynamic playmaker. His continued development is key for Arkansas' offensive success.
Petrino's decision to go for it on 4th-and-3 from the Tennessee 26 instead of kicking a field goal resulted in a turnover on downs, a critical missed scoring opportunity that could have changed the game's outcome.
With new defensive leadership after Pittman's firing, the defense is still adapting, which is challenging against a tough SEC schedule. Expect growing pains against Texas A&M.
DeSean Bishop ran for a career-high 146 yards and a TD before leaving with a leg injury, but Peyton Lewis stepped in and scored two TDs, showing the Vols have reliable options in the backfield.
Tennessee allowed 131 rushing yards to Arkansas' Mike Washington, and with upcoming games against Alabama, Kentucky, and Oklahoma, the run defense must tighten up to compete.
The Vols were flagged 10 times for 78 yards, which could be costly in close SEC matchups, especially on the road against Alabama.
Joey Aguilar threw for 221 yards and a TD, while the running game combined for over 200 yards, giving Tennessee a balanced attack that will be key against tough defenses.
At kickoff, conditions at Neyland Stadium were Partly cloudy, 66°F with winds of 4 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Partly cloudy
66°F

| Measure | ArkansasAway | TennesseeHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 574 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Bye week | Bye week |
| Season total | 1,641 miles | 960 miles |
| Body clock | 15:15 | 16:15 |
| Rest | 14 days | 14 days |