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Tennessee’s 2025 football season came to an end on Tuesday.
Illinois (9-4, 5-4 Big Ten) defeated No. 23 Tennessee (8-5, 4-4 SEC), 30-28, in the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Tuesday’s Music City Bowl marked Tennessee’s final game to wear Nike uniforms under the Vols’ current apparel contract. Tennessee announced a partnership with Adidas that will go into effect July 1, 2026.
Tennessee wore Nike uniforms for 138 consecutive games, dating to the Vols’, 59-30, win against Bowling Green on Sept. 5, 2015 at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee will enter a 10-year partnership with Adidas. Adidas will be the official footwear, uniform, apparel and sideline partner of University of Tennessee athletics.
"Our mission is to build the premier athletics department in the country and to lead the way in college sports," vice chancellor and director of athletics Danny White said in August. "Partnering with Adidas is an ideal fit, as their mission is to be the best sports brand in the world.
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"There is no denying the resurgence of Tennessee athletics, powered by the greatest fan base in all of sports. Our strong licensing numbers, impressive television ratings, and sold-out venues all reflect this. Adidas recognized our potential and responded with one of the best apparel deals in the history of college sports, prioritizing Vol nation and the Tennessee brand. This partnership provides us with a significant advantage in the ever-evolving landscape of college sports. We take pride in our fan base and the competitive edge they offer us. We refuse to partner with someone who does not feel the same way."
More: Photos of Tennessee's Adidas Smokey Grey football uniform through the years
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