Key facts
| Address | 1300 Phillip Fulmer Way, Knoxville, TN 37916, USA |
| Capacity | 102,455 (since 2010) |
| Build Date | 1921 |
| Architect | McCarty Holsaple McCarty (renovations) |
| Record attendance | 109,061, on September 18, 2004 vs. Florida |
| Stadium Cost | $42,000 ($590 thousand in 2018 dollars) $136.4 million (2004–2010 renovations) |
| Who is the owner of Neyland Stadium? | University of Tennessee |
| Where is Neyland Stadium located? | 35°57′18″N 83°55′30″W |
| Nickname | Shields–Watkins Field (1921–1962) |
| Surface | Grass (1921–1967, 1994–present) AstroTurf (1968–1993) |
FAQ
Neyland Stadium was first opened in 1921. It was originally called Shields-Watkins Field and had a capacity of about 3,200. Over the years, it has undergone numerous expansions and renovations.
The stadium was renamed in 1962 to honor Robert Neyland, the legendary football coach who led the University of Tennessee’s football program to national prominence. Neyland served as the head coach for the Volunteers in three separate stints between 1926 and 1952.
As of 2024, Neyland Stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 101,915. This makes it one of the largest stadiums in the United States and the world.
Neyland Stadium is the home field of the University of Tennessee Volunteers football team, often referred to as the “Vols.”
Some notable features include:
The iconic checkerboard end zones, which have been a tradition since 1964.
The “T” formation created by the Pride of the Southland Band before games, through which the team runs onto the field.
The stadium’s location on the banks of the Tennessee River, allowing for “sailgating” – tailgating on boats.
Yes, while primarily used for football, Neyland Stadium has hosted other events, including:
several NFL exhibition games;
large religious gatherings;
concerts, including a performance by Kenny Chesney in 2003.
The record attendance at Neyland Stadium was set on September 18, 2004, when 109,061 fans watched the Tennessee Volunteers play the Florida Gators.
