Tennessee Volunteers defeat Furman Paladins 56-9: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 · NCAAF · Furman Paladins 9, Tennessee Volunteers 56
The Tennessee Volunteers beat the Furman Paladins 56-9 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Neyland Stadium. The Furman Paladins covered the spread as 49.5-point underdogs. The game went under the closing total of 66.5, with 65 points combined.
Furman Paladins vs. Tennessee Volunteers final score and game recap
The Tennessee Volunteers led 7-0 after the first quarter. They won the second quarter 21-0 to lead 28-0 at halftime. They outscored the Furman Paladins 28-9 in the second half. They led at the end of every quarter.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Isaiah Davis (Furman Paladins): 8 carries for 113 yards, 1 rushing touchdown.
- Jerrod Williams Jr. (Furman Paladins): 1 carry for 20 yards.
- Faizon Brandon (Tennessee Volunteers): 13/17 passing for 226 yards, 3 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
- Mike Matthews (Tennessee Volunteers): 4 catches for 132 yards, 2 receiving touchdowns.
Who covered the spread in Furman Paladins vs. Tennessee Volunteers?
The Furman Paladins covered the spread as 49.5-point underdogs, losing by 47 points.
Did Furman Paladins vs. Tennessee Volunteers go over or under the total?
The game went under: 65 points combined against a closing total of 66.5, under by 1.5. 28 of the 65 points came in the first half.
Furman Paladins and Tennessee Volunteers betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the Furman Paladins 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
This result left the Tennessee Volunteers 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
What's next for Furman Paladins and Tennessee Volunteers?
Next for the Tennessee Volunteers: at the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Saturday, September 12, 2026.