President Donald Trump is expected to attend Saturday's game between the No. 1 Texas Longhorns and No. 14 Tennessee Volunteers in Knoxville, according to multiple outlets. The White House press confirmed the president's plans this week, according to Deseret News.
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said he anticipates headset communication issues during the game when Trump is in attendance, a disruption coaches have reportedly experienced before, according to Fox Sports and Fox News.
According to the Associated Press, coaches are worried about disruptions tied to the president's visit. USA Today reported that ticket prices for the game dropped as Trump's planned attendance became known.
The visit comes as Congress works on legislation related to college sports, according to Deseret News, adding national attention to a matchup already featuring two undefeated Southeastern Conference teams and a national television audience.
How each side covered it
Left
- The Associated Press reported coaches are worried about disruptions from Trump's attendance.
- USA Today reported that ticket prices dropped as Trump's attendance became known.
“Trump is attending a big college football game, and coaches are worried about disruptions” — Associated Press
Center
- Yahoo Sports reported on Trump's expected arrival via Air Force One and noted security rules in place for the game.
“President Donald Trump at Texas-Tennessee game, Air Force One arrival” — Yahoo Sports
Right
- Deseret News linked Trump's visit to ongoing congressional work on a college sports bill and highlighted the game's national spotlight.
- Fox Sports and Fox News both reported Texas coach Steve Sarkisian's comments on headset communication issues during Trump's attendance.
- The Daily Wire, via Sport & State, reported the visit could affect the game day atmosphere in Knoxville.
“Trump to attend Texas-Tennessee game as Congress works on college sports bill” — Deseret News
Questions readers ask
What happened with Trump and the Texas-Tennessee game?
President Donald Trump is expected to attend Saturday's college football game between the No. 1 Texas Longhorns and No. 14 Tennessee Volunteers in Knoxville, according to multiple outlets.
Why are coaches concerned about Trump's attendance?
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian said headset communication issues occur during games when Trump attends, and the Associated Press reported coaches are worried about disruptions.
Did Trump's visit affect ticket prices?
According to USA Today, ticket prices for the game dropped as Trump's plans to attend became known.
Is there a broader context to Trump's visit beyond the game?
Deseret News reported the visit comes as Congress works on a college sports bill, adding national attention to the matchup during a period of potential changes to college sports governance.
Sources · 9 outlet reports
- Associated PressLeft-leaningTrump is attending a big college football game, and coaches are worried about disruptions
- USA TodayLeft-leaningTicket prices drop as Trump plans to attend Tennessee vs Texas football
- The HillCenterLive updates: Trump attends Texas-Tennessee football game in Knoxville; US, China to cut tariffs on $30 billion worth of goods
- Yahoo SportsCenterPresident Donald Trump at Texas-Tennessee game, Air Force One arrival
- Deseret NewsRight-leaningTrump to attend Texas-Tennessee game as Congress works on college sports bill
- Fox NewsRight-leaningSecret service, cheap beer and Arch Manning: Tennessee prepares for college football chaos, with Trump visit
- Fox SportsRight-leaning'It Just Gets Cut Out': Steve Sarkisian On Headset Issues When Trump Attends Games
- New York PostRight-leaningTennessee uses unusual alcohol tactic to get fans there early with President Trump attending Texas showdown
- The Daily WireRight-leaningHow President Trump’s Visit Will Impact Game Day At Texas-Tennessee In Knoxville