Josh Heupel said “unknowns” pose the biggest challenge to his Tennessee team vs. Syracuse. But he isn't talking about the Vols' big questions marks.

The Vols will face Syracuse on Saturday in the Aflac Kickoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The season opener is slated for noon EDT and will be televised by ABC. Bob Wischusen (play-by-play), Louis Riddick (analyst) and Kris Budden (sideline reporter) will be on the call.

It’s officially game week for Tennessee football. Josh Heupel spoke to the media to preview Tennessee’s matchup against Syracuse. You can watch his full remarks in the player above. The Vols kick off the 2025 season against the Orange in the Aflac Kickoff game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.