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Tennessee Pays Dolly Parton Tribute With Helmet Sticker for 2026 Season
sports1 day ago

Tennessee Pays Dolly Parton Tribute With Helmet Sticker for 2026 Season

The Tennessee Volunteers will honor Dolly Parton with a butterfly-themed helmet sticker on their orange helmets during the 2026 season after Parton’s death at 80. Coach Josh Heupel lauded Parton’s East Tennessee roots, her global impact, and charitable work, noting the sticker recognizes her accomplishments. Parton had a long relationship with Tennessee, including on-campus appearances and a pre-game moment with Peyton Manning; Tennessee opens the season vs Furman.

via The Guardian|
#college-football#dolly-parton#east-tennessee
Five-star Faizon Brandon Named Tennessee's 2026 Starting QB
sports8 days ago

Five-star Faizon Brandon Named Tennessee's 2026 Starting QB

Five-star freshman Faizon Brandon has been named Tennessee's starting quarterback for the 2026 season, beating out George MacIntyre after spring and fall scrimmages. He faces a brutal early schedule starting with Furman and a road test at Georgia Tech, but Tennessee’s strong offensive line and skill players aim to ease the transition as the Vols pursue a return to the CFP.

via CBS Sports|
#2026-season#college-football#faizon-brandon
Freshman Faizon Brandon Named Tennessee's 2026 Starting QB
college-football8 days ago

Freshman Faizon Brandon Named Tennessee's 2026 Starting QB

Five-star freshman Faizon Brandon has been named Tennessee's starting quarterback for the 2026 season, edging out sophomore George MacIntyre after strong fall camp and scrimmages; his debut will be against Furman on Sept. 5, followed by a road game at Georgia Tech, with a stable supporting cast returning on offense including WRs Mike Matthews and Braylon Staley, TE Ethan Davis, RB DeSean Bishop, and experienced linemen like David Sanders Jr. and Wendell Moe Jr.

via Rocky Top Insider|
#college-football#faizon-brandon#josh-heupel
Vols Unveil Predicted Week 1 Starters After Fall Camp Scrimmage
sports16 days ago

Vols Unveil Predicted Week 1 Starters After Fall Camp Scrimmage

After Tennessee's first fall camp scrimmage, RTI projects the Vols' Week 1 lineup against Furman: Faizon Brandon at quarterback; DeSean Bishop as the feature back; Braylon Staley (slot) and Mike Matthews (outside) with Travis Smith Jr. as the third receiver; Ethan Davis at tight end with DaSaahn Brame behind him and Luca Wolf in the mix. Offensive line: David Sanders Jr. at left tackle, Wendell Moe Jr. at guard, Sam Pendleton at center, Jesse Perry at right guard, Ory Williams at right tackle. On defense: Tyree Weathersby at end; Daevin Hobbs and Xavier Gilliam interior; Jordan Norman at LEO; linebackers Edwin Spillman and Amare Campbell (Carter would return later). Secondary: Ty Redmond, Kayin Lee at corner, Qua Moss at STAR, TJ Metcalf and Dejuan Lane at safety. Special teams: Cooper Ranvier (K), Jackson Ross (P), Josh Turbyville (KO), Bennett Brady (LS); punt return Tyreek King with Joakim Dodson as kick return fallback.

via Rocky Top Insider|
#college-football#fall-camp#qb-battle
Ex-Tennessee Guard Eyes New Home After Eligibility Rule Change
sports29 days ago

Ex-Tennessee Guard Eyes New Home After Eligibility Rule Change

Former Tennessee guard B.J. Edwards is re-entering the transfer portal after three seasons at SMU, aided by NCAA eligibility rule changes allowing an extra year of play following lawsuits; Edwards previously signed an Exhibit-10 with the Sacramento Kings and appeared in the NBA Summer League, but a reunion with Tennessee is unlikely as the Vols boast a deep backcourt and are pursuing other targets.

via Rocky Top Insider|
#bj-edwards#ncaa-eligibility#smu-mustangs
Arion Carter sidelined two games after NCAA finds agent-paid flight violated amateurism rules
college-football1 month ago

Arion Carter sidelined two games after NCAA finds agent-paid flight violated amateurism rules

Arion Carter, Tennessee’s star linebacker, has been suspended two games by the NCAA for accepting a flight paid by his sports agent during the pre-draft period, a Level III amateurism violation. He repaid the $427 cost, withdrew from the 2026 NFL Draft due to an injury, and returned to Tennessee; UT had sought leniency and had the initial three-game penalty reduced to two. The suspension covers the Sept. 5 opener vs Furman and Sept. 12 at Georgia Tech, with a return in Week 3 vs Kennesaw State, highlighting the still-complicated NIL/agent rules for college athletes.

via Knoxville News Sentinel|
#arion-carter#college-football#ncaa-violation
Canada-born five-star RB David Gabriel Georges commits to Tennessee
sports1 month ago

Canada-born five-star RB David Gabriel Georges commits to Tennessee

Five-star running back David Gabriel Georges commits to Tennessee over Ole Miss and Ohio State, giving the Vols the No. 10 overall prospect and No. 2 running back in the 2027 class. The Canada-native rushed for 1,749 yards and 27 touchdowns at Baylor School and is expected to make an immediate impact for Josh Heupel's program as a weapon in the backfield and in pass protection.

via CBS Sports|
#college-football-recruiting#david-gabriel-georges#five-star-recruit
Volunteers land five-star RB David Gabriel Georges, leaving Ohio State scrambling at running back
sports1 month ago

Volunteers land five-star RB David Gabriel Georges, leaving Ohio State scrambling at running back

Five-star running back David Gabriel Georges committed to Tennessee over Ohio State, aided by a roughly $2 million-per-year NIL package and closer proximity to his Chattanooga home, leaving OSU without a 2027 RB commit and forcing a quick pivot to other targets while relying on a talented but youthful RB group and chasing 2028 prospects.

via Eleven Warriors|
#2027-recruiting-class#david-gabriel-georges#nil-money
Vols Debut Adidas Dark Mode Jerseys Under 10-Year Deal
sports1 month ago

Vols Debut Adidas Dark Mode Jerseys Under 10-Year Deal

Tennessee football unveiled an all-black Dark Mode version from Adidas as part of a 10-year apparel contract that began July 1, featuring a new font inspired by classic Vols numbers and collar details echoing the Power T; the Smokey Grey Series will continue, though this year’s specific looks aren’t announced in the rollout. Week of uniform reveals across Tennessee teams culminates with Friday merchandise sales.

via On3|
#adidas#dark-mode#smokey-grey-series
Vols cut ties with high-profile Penn State transfer Chaz Coleman amid NIL-era turmoil
sports2 months ago

Vols cut ties with high-profile Penn State transfer Chaz Coleman amid NIL-era turmoil

Tennessee has removed Chaz Coleman, the Penn State transfer edge rusher once viewed as a potential cornerstone of its NIL-era class, after a tumultuous tenure that included missing most spring practice, health concerns tied to a head injury (vertigo) and questions about his engagement; the program reportedly paid around $2 million for him, but he was medically disqualified and remains on scholarship as the transfer portal closes, making his 2026 status unclear and marking another high-profile NIL-era setback for Tennessee.

via CBS Sports|
#chaz-coleman#college-football#penn-state
Volunteers part ways with Penn State transfer Chaz Coleman amid medical disqualification
sports2 months ago

Volunteers part ways with Penn State transfer Chaz Coleman amid medical disqualification

Tennessee has parted ways with Penn State transfer edge Chaz Coleman due to a medical disqualification, with him missing voluntary summer workouts and spring practice and his status still being evaluated. Coleman played 144 snaps as a true freshman at Penn State in 2025, recording 12 pressures, three tackles for loss and a strip sack; he followed defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to Tennessee earlier this offseason and was praised for his explosiveness by Knowles.

via On3|
#chaz-coleman#college-football#medical-disqualification
Vols erupt for six homers to rout Texas at Lindsey Nelson, clinching series
sports3 months ago

Vols erupt for six homers to rout Texas at Lindsey Nelson, clinching series

Tennessee baseball pounded Texas 14-9 at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, with six different Vols going deep and 16 hits, including Manny Marin’s 387‑foot homer, to clinch the weekend series. The win followed a Friday 5-1 Tennessee victory and came as the Vols again showcased power hitting; Jackson Schlossnagle (Texas coach Jim Schlossnagle’s son) posted a jab at the ballpark on X, adding a playful subplot to the matchup. Tennessee will go for a sweep on Mother’s Day with a noon ET first pitch on ESPN2.

via Rocky Top Insider|
#baseball#college-baseball#lindsey-nelson-stadium