Neyland Stadium

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Overview

Neyland Stadium is the massive home of Tennessee Volunteers football and one of college football's most iconic venues. Located in Knoxville on the banks of the Tennessee River, the stadium creates an electrifying atmosphere with over 100,000 passionate fans. The checkerboard end zones and Rock Top tradition define Volunteer football. It ranks among the largest and loudest stadiums in the sport.

History & Legacy

Neyland Stadium opened on September 24, 1921, as Shields-Watkins Field. It was renamed in 1962 to honor Robert Neyland, Tennessee's legendary coach from 1926-1952. The stadium has undergone 16 expansion projects, growing from 3,200 to over 100,000 capacity. The record attendance of 109,061 was set on September 18, 2004, against Florida. Neyland Stadium has been the heart of Tennessee football for over a century.

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Opened1921
Capacity101,915
Notable EventsSEC Championship implications, NFL preseason games
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