Brazzell Electrifies Vols with Two Long TDs in 21-7 SEC-Opening Lead

Chris Brazzell II hauled in four catches for 106 yards and two touchdowns-including a 72-yard strike-to give Tennessee a 21-7 advantage over No. 6 Georgia at Neyland Stadium on Saturday.

The redshirt junior receiver’s explosive performance underscored Tennessee’s revamped passing attack and handed the Volunteers an early edge in their SEC opener, marking Georgia’s most points allowed in any first half since 2016.

Big Plays Downfield

• Brazzell beat man-to-man coverage and sprinted 72 yards after the catch, connecting with quarterback Joey Aguilar to put Tennessee ahead 14-7 just over five minutes into the game.
• Tennessee extended its lead when Brazzell turned a 22-yard catch into his second touchdown, capping a quick-strike drive that showcased his speed and route-running.

Rivalry Implications

Tennessee snapped Georgia’s eight-game winning streak in the series by outscoring the Bulldogs 21 points in the first quarter. The Volunteers’ fast start mirrors their dominant 72-17 win over ETSU last week and signals a changing dynamic in this historic border clash.

Offensive Balance and Outlook

Joey Aguilar’s pinpoint accuracy (14-for-15, 213 yards) kept defenses off-balance, while Brazzell’s presence forced Georgia’s secondary into frequent mismatches. With junior wideout Mike Matthews and a three-headed rushing attack supporting Aguilar, Tennessee appears poised to sustain momentum as SEC play deepens.