Tennessee Beats Alabama 12-10 as Crimson Tide Suffer First Back-to-Back Regular-Season Losses Since 2007

Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop gained 159 yards and two touchdowns as the Volunteers beat Alabama 12-10, giving the Crimson Tide its first back-to-back regular-season losses since 2007.

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Tennessee Volunteers defeated Alabama Crimson Tide 12-10 in a regular-season contest, delivering the Crimson Tide its second consecutive loss and marking the first time Alabama has suffered back-to-back regular-season defeats since the 2007 season.

Volunteers running back DeSean Bishop rushed for 159 yards and scored two touchdowns, providing the decisive offensive output that secured Tennessee's victory over Alabama and underscored the impact of his performance on the game's outcome.

The loss leaves Alabama with consecutive setbacks, while Tennessee's win highlights the effectiveness of its rushing attack led by DeSean Bishop.