# Tennessee Defense Claims National Best

> Tennessee’s defense calls itself the best in the nation after shutting down Alabama.
- Title: Tennessee Defense Claims National Best | Shortify
- Summary: Tennessee’s defense calls itself the best in the nation after shutting down Alabama. Tennessee’s defense claims national best status after a 26-10 win over…
- Keywords: tennessee, tennessee volunteers, dejuan lane, alabama, college football, sec, ap poll, college football playoff, sports, Defense, Claims, National
- Source: Tennessee Volunteers On SI — https://si.com/college/tennessee/football/dejuan-lane-makes-bold-claim-as-tennessee-s-defense-powers-vols-climb-01m5ad3cc0y3
- Published: 2026-10-21T21:50:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: tennessee, tennessee volunteers, dejuan lane, alabama, college football, sec, ap poll, college football playoff, sports
## Dejuan Lane's Defense Claim
Tennessee safety Dejuan Lane says their defense is the best in the nation.

> We’re the best in the nation
## 26-10 Alabama Victory
Tennessee shut down Alabama in a 26-10 victory at Neyland Stadium.
## Alabama's Low Scoring
Alabama scored only 10 points, their lowest against Tennessee since 2005.
## Defensive Stats
Tennessee surrendered 201 total yards and 54 rushing yards against Alabama.
## Lane's Career Stats
Dejuan Lane has three interceptions through seven games and four for his college career.
## Sacks and Pressure
Tennessee added five sacks to a nation-leading 25, with Jeremiah Telander and Tyree Weathersby each recording two.
## AP Poll Ranking
Tennessee climbs to No. 11 in the AP poll after beating Alabama.
## Next Game
Tennessee faces South Carolina next to continue their strong defense.
## Key takeaway

Tennessee’s defense claims national best status after a 26-10 win over Alabama.