Faizon Brandon News, Rumors, Updates - Tennessee Volunteers

Morris, defense lead No. 16 Tennessee past No. 8 Kentucky, 34-6

Daune Morris had an 66-yard touchdown run in the first quarter and No. 16 Tennessee’s stifling defense shut down No. 8 Kentucky 34-6 on Saturday night

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Stakes are high for No. 8 Kentucky at No. 16 Tennessee as both eye path to playoff

Kentucky and Tennessee are set for a high-stakes showdown on Saturday

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

How Backup QBs Are Impacting The Success Or Demise Of College Football Teams

Across college football, many teams have turned to their backup quarterback. Here's how it's impacting their seasons.

OCTOBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

How Backup QBs Are Impacting The Success Or Demise Of College Football Teams

Not expected to start in Week 8 Brandon isn't expected to start in Week 8 against South Carolina on Saturday, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact It seems Brandon has lost the starting role to George MacIntyre, who's expected to get the nod under center this weekend. This isn't a one-off, however, as Brandon has been MacIntyre's backup in the last two games.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Brandon (shoulder) is no longer listed ahead of Saturday's game versus Alabama, per the SEC availability report.

Impact Brandon has been removed from Tennessee's injury report, though he will come off the bench -- presumably as the backup -- while George MacIntyre gets the nod under center for the second consecutive game. On a positive note, Brandon's shoulder injury appears to be behind him, and the quarterback will be prepared to step in if an opportunity arises.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

In reserve role Saturday Brandon (shoulder) will come off the bench heading into Saturday's contest agianst Alabama, with George MacIntyre drawing the start, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.com.

Impact Brandon missed last week's contest against Arkansas due to a shoulder injury, with MacIntyre drawing the start against the Razorbacks, and it looks like more of the same for the Third Saturday in October. Brandon has not yet been ruled out for Saturday's contest, though the decision to start MacIntyre certainly indicates Brandon may not be ready to go against the Tide. The 6-foot-4 freshman has thrown for 697 yards and seven touchdowns with one interception across 5 contests for the Vols this season, adding 130 yards and three scores on the ground as well.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Alabama Brandon (shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against Alabama.

Impact Brandon did not play in last week's game against Arkansas, as George MacIntyre started at quarterback, but he is aiming to return. A previous report mentioned that he is practicing, which is a positive sign that his shoulder injury is improving. If he cannot take the field Saturday, MacIntyre is slated to man the helm under center against Alabama in a key SEC matchup.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Chambliss shines, Simmons dominates and Kentucky surprises in SEC midseason awards

Kentucky has become one of college football's biggest surprises this season

OCTOBER 14 • Associated Press

Practices Tuesday Brandon (shoulder) practiced Tuesday for the Vols and continues to work his way back from his shoulder ailment, per Pete Nakos of On3.com.

Impact Brandon missed the Week 6 win over Arkansas, with George MacIntyre getting the start instead. He had an iffy day, with one touchdown and three total turnovers, and the Vols would benefit from getting Brandon on the field as soon as possible -- especially considering they host Alabama in Week 7. Brandon appears to have a fighting chance to play against the Crimson Tide.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Potential candidate to start in Week 7 Brandon (shoulder) is a potential candidate to start in Saturday's game against Alabama, Pete Nakos of On3 reports.

Impact Brandon did not play in Tennessee's most recent game at Arkansas in Week 6, with the Volunteers relying on George MacIntyre under center. They barely defeated the struggling Razorbacks with MacIntyre, who struggled with turnovers and logged only one touchdown against a relatively unproven D-corps. With the Vols facing a top team in Alabama next, they will want all their best players available, which means they could put Brandon back on the field if UT's management believes he is the QB1. In the meantime, Brandon will focus on fully recuperating from his injured shoulder, with the implication that he will also prepare for the Tide next Saturday.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Week 6 Brandon (shoulder) did not play in Saturday's 24-17 win over Arkansas.

Impact Brandon was reported to be unlikely to play and ultimately did not take the field Saturday. The quarterback is dealing with a shoulder injury, and George MacIntyre started under center, throwing for 247 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions, which was enough to pick up a win. Brandon will aim to return in Week 7 against Alabama, though it remains unclear if he will take back the starting job if healthy or if MacIntyre will remain under center.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

No. 15 Tennessee rallies in 4th quarter to beat Arkansas 24-17

George MacIntyre threw for 247 yards and a touchdown in his first career start, DeSean Bishop ran for 138 yards and No. 15 Tennessee rallied in the fourth quarter to beat Arkansas...

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

Unlikely to play Saturday Head coach Josh Heupel indicated in a pregame interview that he would prefer to keep Brandon (shoulder) on the bench Saturday, Rick Russo of WVLT reports.

Impact It was already announced that George MacIntyre would start over Brandon on Saturday, but it appears the freshman will likely only be available in an emergency situation or if things go really south. Brandon has seen mixed results under center so far this season, so a good performance from MacIntyre on Saturday could lead to some questios about the starting job moving forward.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Brandon (shoulder) is listed as a game-time decision ahead of Saturday's game against Arkansas.

Impact Brandon, who suffered a shoulder injury during in Week 4 against Texas, remains a game-time call against the Razorbacks. The 6-foot-4 freshman will not start in the contest after he was limited to just eight pass attempts against Auburn in Week 5. Brandon's status will continue to be monitored moving forward.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Faizon Brandon's Injury Status Ahead of Tennessee vs. Arkansas The Tennessee Volunteers have released their injury report for the upcoming game against the Arkansas Razorbacks, and as expected, star quar...

OCTOBER 8 • SI.COM

Questionable for Week 6 Brandon (shoulder) is listed as questionable before Saturday's game against Arkansas.

Impact After injuring his shoulder against Texas on Sept. 28, Brandon's status is in question ahead of Saturday's game against the Razorbacks. The quarterback is 61-for-101 passing with 697 passing yards, 130 rushing yards and 10 total touchdowns this campaign.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Tennessee QB change: George MacIntyre to make first career start vs. Arkansas | Sporting News Tennessee is reportedly making a major quarterback change before its first SEC road game, turning the offense over to George MacIntyre after...

OCTOBER 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Former Tennessee Quarterback Shares His Opinion on Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre The Tennessee Volunteers have an ongoing quarterback decision following both QBs playing against the Auburn Tigers. While many have their op...

OCTOBER 6 • SI.COM

Not starting vs. Arkansas Brandon (shoulder) will not start under center for Tennessee against Arkansas on Saturday, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.com.

Impact George MacIntyre will start at quarterback Saturday, marking his first career start. Brandon is dealing with a shoulder injury he sustained in Week 4 against Texas. He played through the issue last week against Auburn, but he struggled before being pulled. His status remains questionable, but even if available, he is expected to serve as the backup signal-caller.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Golesh Talks Tennessee's Quarterback Swap After Auburn Loss The Auburn Tigers went into halftime against the Tennessee Volunteers up 7-3, as the defense held true freshman Tennessee quarterback Faizon...

OCTOBER 5 • SI.COM

Status in question for Arkansas game Brandon (undisclosed) is dealing with an injury he suffered against Texas and may not get the start at Arkansas in Week 6, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.com.

Impact Brandon was reportedly banged up in the Vols' loss to Texas in Week 4, and he only attempted eight passes in the Week 5 win over Auburn. If Brandon is unable to go, George MacIntyre figures to draw the start in Fayetteville for Tennessee.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Tennessee's Faizon Brandon benched for George MacIntyre vs Auburn Tennessee benched five-star true freshman Faizon Brandon against Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 3:

OCTOBER 3 • USATODAY.COM

Bishop rushes for 220 yards, 3 TDs to lead No. 17 Tennessee over Auburn 24-14

DeSean Bishop rushed for a career-high 220 yards and three touchdowns, leading No. 17 Tennessee to a 24-14 victory over Auburn

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

Tennessee benches freshman QB Faizon Brandon after rough start vs. Auburn The five-star freshman entered Saturday threw a interception one week after Texas sacked him 10 times.

OCTOBER 3 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

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OCTOBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

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