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Tennessee commit David Gabriel Georges gave Josh Heupel plenty to smile about with first carry in big high school scrimmage

Tennessee Vols 5-star running back commit got off to a quick start in his first high school scrimmage of his senior season. 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges gave Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel plenty to smile about on Friday night.

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‘I know it sounds crazy’ – Former Alabama QB Greg McElroy had some surprising things to say about Tennessee that Vols fans need to hear

Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Greg McElroy made it pretty clear how he feels about the Tennessee Vols in 2026. Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback turned college football analyst Greg McElroy made it pretty clear this week how he feels about the Tennessee Vols in 2026.

Peyton Manning News / A to Z Sports / August 7

5-star Vols commit David Gabriel Georges endorses strong message about Tennessee that involves Peyton Manning

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges committed to the Tennessee Volunteers last month. 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges, a UT football commit, endorsed a cool message about Tennessee that was delivered by his future Vols teammate this week.

Tennessee Volunteers News / A to Z Sports / August 6

Former Vol says he should’ve skipped Tennessee and transferred straight to his current school, but he’s not hating on his time at UT

A candid admission from a former Tennessee Volunteers player. A former Tennessee Vols defensive lineman who transferred to UCF after the 2025 season admits that he wishes he would’ve landed at his current school a year earlier.

Josh Heupel News / A to Z Sports / August 6

Vols fans noticed something very different about Josh Heupel during Tennessee’s first week of fall camp, but they shouldn’t expect it to last

Tennessee Vols head coach Josh Heupel had a new look during the first week of UT’s fall camp. When fall camp opened for Tennessee on Wednesday, it didn’t take long for fans to notice a different look for Vols head coach Josh Heupel.

Josh Heupel News / A to Z Sports / August 5

Josh Heupel made an interesting admission about his evaluation of quarterbacks after Tennessee’s first fall practice

The Tennessee Volunteers held their first fall football practice on Wednesday morning. Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel made an interesting admission about the way he evaluates quarterbacks following the Vols’ first fall practice on Wednesday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 5

Quote from Vols junior shows why Tennessee lost close games last season and why 2026 will be different

The Tennessee Vols were in every game they lost last season, but a few key plays made the difference. The Tennessee Vols finished 8-5 last season, but they were really just a few plays away from finishing as a 10 or 11-win team.

Braylon Staley News / A to Z Sports / August 4

‘I was surprised’ – The SEC is going to pay for one big mistake involving Tennessee Vols WR Braylon Staley

Tennessee Vols wide receiver Braylon Staley has all the motivation he needs entering his redshirt sophomore season. Tennessee Vols wide receiver Braylon Staley was the SEC freshman of the year in 2025 after a standout redshirt freshman season that saw him catch 68 passes for 837 yards and six touchdowns.

Tennessee Volunteers News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Tennessee Vols’ depth takes a hit before fall camp starts with season-ending injury

A tough break already for the Tennessee Volunteers as fall camp gets underway. Tennessee Vols fans got some unfortunate news on Tuesday. VolQuest’s Brent Hubbs reported that Miami transfer cornerback Jadais Richard suffered a season-ending upper body injury while working out on his own last month.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / August 3

Tennessee lands former Vanderbilt center Jalen Washington via transfer portal

The Tennessee Volunteers have picked up an intriguing big man via the transfer portal after a lawsuit granted him an extra year of eligibility to play college hoops.

Niko Medved, Minnesota hoops land top target in four-star SF Isaiah Santos

Josh Heupel News / Yardbarker / July 29

Tennessee beats out Arkansas, others to keep RB Asa Barnes in state

The Tennessee Volunteers have landed three-star running back Asa Barnes from Martin, Tennessee.

Tennessee HC Josh Heupel stands behind Arion Carter after NCAA suspends LB for preposterous reason

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava shares unique perspective on Big Ten-SEC debate

Longtime SEC analyst Paul Finebaum backs Big Ten in top conference debate

Steve Sarkisian rips the state of college football: 'We're living in a lawless society'

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham has a bold idea to save college football

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Nico Iamaleava News / Yardbarker / July 29

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava shares unique perspective on Big Ten-SEC debate

UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava has seen a lot in his short time as a college football player, and he's been given quite a unique perspective.

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith says SEC powerhouse was his 'dream school'

Tennessee HC Josh Heupel stands behind Arion Carter after NCAA suspends LB for preposterous reason

Penn State's Matt Campbell explains how NIL can help a coach find clarity

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham has a bold idea to save college football

Five most interesting transfers in Big Ten for 2026 CFB season

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / July 29

Tennessee HC Josh Heupel stands behind Arion Carter after NCAA suspends LB for preposterous reason

The NCAA's latest move signals its desperation to reestablish some semblance of power.

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham has a bold idea to save college football

Steve Sarkisian rips the state of college football: 'We're living in a lawless society'

Matt Campbell compares Rocco Becht and Brock Purdy: 'They both have this really special trait'

Lincoln Riley setting the bar for USC in 2026: 'I want the eyes on our program'

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / July 24

How a Family Connection is Helping Tennessee Recruit Dawson Jacobs

Dawson Jacobs is one of the top defensive line prospects in the class of 2028. Rivals' industry rankings list Jacobs as a four-star prospect, ranked as the 17th-best defensive lineman in the country and the 24th-best player in the state of Georgia.

Josh Heupel News / Yardbarker / July 22

Josh Heupel, Tennessee land five-star 'weapon' in massive recruiting win

The Tennessee Volunteers just picked up one of the biggest recruiting wins of the 2026 cycle.

Josh Heupel already trying to fire up Tennessee for Lane Kiffin's late-season invasion

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College Football News / Yardbarker / July 14

Louisville lands former Tennessee commitment in four-star DL Kadin Fife

Louisville now has 16 commitments for 2027.

One Big 12 coach named 'The Standard' heading into 2026 college football season

Sonny Dykes makes case for making college football players employees

Five college football programs that could exceed expectations in 2026

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Tennessee Volunteers News / College Sports Only / July 6

Tennessee Unveils New Uniforms With Adidas

Fans are split on Tennessee’s new Adidas uniforms. Tennessee has reunited with Adidas, ending a decade-long run with Nike and bringing back the Three Stripes brand that was famously worn by the Volunteers during their 1998 national championship season.