Tennessee defeated Mississippi State 41-34 in overtime in Week 5, delivering a thrilling contest that saw 26 lead changes. The Volunteers built an early advantage with a 23-yard interception return for a touchdown by Colton Hood off Blake Shapen in the first quarter, then added a field goal to lead 10-7 after one.

Mississippi State answered with 10 points in the second quarter to take a 17-10 halftime lead. Tennessee scored a field goal in the third to cut it to 17-13, while Mississippi State added a touchdown to extend its lead to 24-13 heading into the fourth quarter.

The final period proved dramatic, with Tennessee scoring 14 points to force overtime. Mississippi State's Joshua Josephs added a 41-yard fumble return for a touchdown in the quarter, but it wasn't enough.

Tennessee's Joey Aguilar led the passing attack with 335 yards, while DeSean Bishop rushed for 72 yards. Mississippi State's Ayden Williams caught 49 passes for the home team. The game exceeded the over-under at 63.5 points and covered the 7.5-point spread in Mississippi State's favor by the final margin.