Texas and Tennessee prepare for SEC debut matchup

The Texas Longhorns and Tennessee Volunteers are scheduled to face each other this Saturday in a matchup marking the SEC debut for both programs. Texas enters the game as a four-point road favorite following a Week 2 victory over Ohio State, while Tennessee holds a 3-0 start to the season.

Injuries are a significant factor heading into the contest. Tennessee running back Javin Gordon is currently listed as questionable after being inactive in the previous game against Kennesaw State. Gordon is considered a key contributor to the Volunteers' offense, competing for the No. 2 running back position.

Key players to watch include Texas quarterback Arch Manning, facing his first road test of the season, and Tennessee freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon, who has earned two SEC Freshman of the Week honors.