Tennessee Hosts Syracuse Season Opener in Atlanta

The 2025 college football season sees significant excitement as Tennessee Volunteers open their campaign against Syracuse at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with quarterback Joey Aguilar leading the offense and head coach Josh Heupel entering his fifth season. Tennessee, ranked 24th and favored by two touchdowns, released their depth chart just hours before the game, despite some injured key players like cornerback Jermod McCoy. Meanwhile, the USC Trojans also kick off their season with a 4:30 pm game against Missouri State, accompanied by a high-energy “War Time” hype video featuring key players and fresh talent, continuing their tradition of acclaimed promotional content. Purdue Boilermakers begin a new era under coach Barry Odom, hosting Ball State with former NFL star Ryan Kerrigan as honorary captain, highlighted by a hype video to rally fans. Tennessee further built anticipation with a pregame hype video showcasing new and returning players aiming to make an impact this season. These openings set a dynamic tone for college football in 2025, blending veteran leadership, fresh talent, and fan engagement across prominent programs.