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Tide Falls on Rocky Top as Tennessee Picks up Third Straight Home Win over Alabama
Tennessee forced three Alabama turnovers and ran for 159 yards to extend its home winning streak in the rivalry.
The Tennessee Volunteers defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 26-10 on Saturday at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., behind a dominant defensive performance and steady quarterback play from George MacIntyre.
Alabama has lost consecutive regular-season games for the first time since 2007, while Tennessee snapped a 15-year losing streak at home against the Crimson Tide.
Running back DeSean Bishop rushed for 159 yards and a five-yard touchdown for Tennessee, while Alabama managed only 201 total yards and committed four turnovers.
Tennessee coach Josh Heupel praised his defense, telling ESPN, "Our defense phenomenal performance for 60 minutes," as Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell threw for 147 yards and two interceptions.
Alabama faces Texas A&M next week at 5-2 on the season, with consecutive losses threatening the Crimson Tide's path to postseason contention.