Tennessee vs UAB Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 20, 2025

By: Garrett Beaverson Published 09/15/2025, 01:08 AM ET
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The UAB Blazers (2–1) travel to Neyland Stadium to face the Tennessee Volunteers (2–1) on Saturday, September 20, 2025, with kickoff set for 12:45 PM ET on the SEC Network. Both teams enter the matchup with matching records, but disparity in expectations, roster depth, and recent performances make Tennessee the heavy favorite. Get in on the action with our free college football picks.

UAB Analysis

UAB is looking to build on a modest start under head coach Trent Dilfer. The Blazers are 2–1, having shown flashes on offense—especially in the passing game with QB Jalen Kitna (70-for-90, 892 yards, 6 TDs, 3 INTs) and WR Corri Milliner contributing well. However, defensive inconsistencies and lack of depth have made sustaining drives and competing through four quarters a challenge. Turnovers and lapses have often shifted momentum away from them.

Tennessee Analysis

Tennessee arrives with similar record (2–1), but with stronger showings. The Volunteers’ offense is among the most explosive in FBS so far, averaging about 52.7 points per game across their matchups. Their passing game has been particularly sharp, with QB Joey Aguilar’s recent performances including 371 passing yards and 4 TDs (with some mistakes) against strong opponents. Tennessee also holds historical dominance over UAB, being 5–0 all-time in the series. The home crowd and SEC pedigree further tilt the balance in their favor.

Standout Players and Key Injuries For UAB and Tennessee

  • Tennessee:

    • Joey Aguilar, who’s already thrown for nearly 900 yards, 9 TDs, and 2 INTs in limited games, remains the engine of a high-octane offense.

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    • Receiver Chris Brazzell II has been productive, with multiple big plays including multiple touchdowns.

  • UAB:

    • QB Jalen Kitna has shown accuracy and poise, but turnovers and pressure have been issues.

    • WR Corri Milliner has led the Blazers in receiving touchdowns so far.

UAB vs Tennessee Prediction Reasoning

Tennessee’s combination of offense firepower, depth, and home-field makes them a strong bet in this matchup. UAB can make things competitive early if they protect the ball and force Tennessee to sustain long drives, but the margin for error is slim. Given Tennessee’s recent performance (scoring over 40 in all games), and UAB’s defensive vulnerabilities, this likely becomes lopsided in the second half. Expect the Vols to put on a show.

Final Score Projection: Tennessee 52, UAB 10

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