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What Josh Heupel said about George MacIntyre, first start for Tennessee football

Tennessee football’s sophomore quarterback George MacIntyre made his first career start against Arkansas on October 10, stepping in for injured five-star freshman Faizon Brandon. Despite three turnovers—including a costly fumble late in the first half—the Vols secured a 24-17 victory, snapping a five-game road losing streak to the Razorbacks.

MacIntyre completed 18 of 29 passes for 247 yards and a touchdown, while also throwing two interceptions and being sacked twice. His late-game poise, including three explosive third- and fourth-quarter passes, proved decisive as Tennessee held off Arkansas’s upset bid.

Coach Josh Heupel praised MacIntyre’s resilience, noting his ability to execute under pressure despite early mistakes. The win came as the Vols remain uncertain about Brandon’s availability for their upcoming rivalry game against Alabama on October 17, leaving MacIntyre as a key rotational piece moving forward.

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