Faizon Brandon's Five-TD Debu

Freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon accounted for five touchdowns in his Tennessee football debut against Furman at Neyland Stadium on Sept. 5. The first of his college career was a 17-yard touchdown pass to tight end Ethan Davis on UT's first drive. "The Voice of the Vols" Mike Keith made the call on the Vol Network: "Brandon. Looks. Down the middle. He fires. Complete. Touchdown Tennessee. Ethan Davis. Inside the left hashmark and a bullet thrown by Brandon for the first of what we feel like will be many touchdown passes for Faizon." No. 18 Tennessee (1-0) won 56-9 against Furman (1-1). Brandon became just the fourth UT quarterback since 1995 to record three TD passes and two TD runs in a single game, joining Joshua Dobbs, Joe Milton, and Justin Worley. He also tied a UT freshman record with five total touchdowns in a game, matching Casey Clausen (2000) and Tyler Bray (2010). Brandon, the No. 3 recruit in the class of 2026, beat out sophomore George MacIntyre in preseason to win the starting job. Coach Josh Heupel named him the starter on Aug. 25, making him the 14th true freshman to start at quarterback in program history and the youngest ever.

How did Faizon Brandon perform in his debut?

Brandon's debut was historic. He completed a 17-yard touchdown pass to Ethan Davis for his first career score. He accounted for five touchdowns-three passing and two rushing-in the 56-9 victory. This performance made him the fourth Tennessee quarterback since 1995 with at least three TD passes and two TD runs in one game. He also tied the program's freshman record for total touchdowns in a single game with five.

What makes Brandon's starting role significant?

Brandon's ascent to starter is notable for his youth and recruitment status. Ranked the No. 3 recruit nationally for the class of 2026, he won the job over sophomore George MacIntyre during preseason practices. Coach Josh Heupel's announcement on Aug. 25 made Brandon the 14th true freshman to start at quarterback for Tennessee and the youngest in program history.

What was the reaction to Brandon's first touchdown?

The iconic call by longtime radio voice Mike Keith captured the moment. His description highlighted the precision of the throw and the promise of future success for the freshman quarterback. The touchdown set the tone for a dominant team performance in the season opener.

• Key Takeaways: Faizon Brandon threw his first career touchdown to Ethan Davis. He accounted for five total touchdowns in the win over Furman. Brandon is the youngest starting QB in Tennessee history. Mike Keith's call immortalized the moment.

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