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Football is back: What to know about home openers

We’ve got the key info you need for the Mocs’, Vols’, and Titans’ first home games.

A UTC football player in a blue and white uniform dives over an opponent in red and white at the goal line, focusing on intense action and competition.

The Chattanooga Mocs are geared up and ready for a new season.

Photo by Ray Soldano via UTC Athletics

Whether you’re cheering on the Mocs from the stands at Finley Stadium or keeping a close eye on the Vols or the Titans, football season is nearly here.

Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming home openers:

Chattanooga Mocs vs. Stetson

  • When and where: Saturday, Sept. 13 at Finley Stadium
  • What’s interesting: The Mocs will take on the Stetson Hatters for the first time.
  • Times to know: Tailgating starts at 3:30 p.m. and kickoff is at 6 p.m.
  • Pro tip: Kids 12 and under wearing a youth sports jersey or cheer uniform get in free.

Can’t make the home opener? The game will be streamed on ESPN+. Here’s a list of all of this season’s home games at Finley Stadium.

A football sitting on turf with a blurred background

The Vols are looking for another win over ETSU.

Photo by Jean-Daniel Francoeur via Pexels

Tennessee Vols vs. ETSU

  • When and where: Saturday, Sept. 6 at Neyland Stadium
  • What’s interesting: The Vols haven’t played the Buccaneers in seven years. Last time they played in 2018, the Vols beat ETSU 59-3.
  • Times to know: Tailgating starts at 8:45 a.m., the team will do the Vol Walk at 10:30 a.m., and kickoff is at 3:30 p.m.
  • Pro tip: The stadium has a Clear Bag Policy, so make sure to bring a clear bag or small clutch purse.

The game will be streamed on ESPN+ and SEC Network+. Here’s a list of all of this season’s home games at Neyland Stadium.

A view of Nissan Stadium

The Titans are hoping to make fans proud in Nissan Stadium.

Photo by @j.pacileo

Tennessee Titans vs. Los Angeles Rams

  • When and where: Sunday, Sept. 14 at Nissan Stadium
  • What’s interesting: This marks the beginning of the Cam Ward era, following the team’s selection of the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Times to know: Tailgating starts at 8 a.m. CT and kickoff time is 12 p.m. CT.
  • Pro tip: Score single-game tickets via Seat Geek and the NFL Ticket Exchange. If you’re curious about your seat view, check out this interactive map.

The game will be broadcast on CBS. Here’s a list of all of this season’s home games at Nissan Stadium.

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