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Tennessee decides to stick with continuity in a crucial area as they announce defensive staff for 2026

The Tennessee Volunteers have gotten some excellent defensive line play in recent years. While some might question that after a very down 2025 season by the Vols' defense as a while, the program's defensive line unit has had some standouts and have been productive.

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Vols insider shares insight on kicker Max Gilbert's future at Tennessee and whether he's going to transfer

2025 was a tough season for Tennessee Vols kicker Max Gilbert. Gilbert connected on 14-of-19 field goal attempts and he converted all 64 of his PAT attempts.

Braylon Harmon News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / January 2

Tennessee Football WR Braylon Harmon Announces Plans to Enter the NCAA Transfer Portal

The NCAA College Football Transfer Portal officially opens today. The Tennessee Volunteers are among many schools that anticipate having players enter the portal between now and the 16th of January.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / January 2

Tennessee Football WR Amari Jefferson Plans to Enter NCAA Transfer Portal

The NCAA College Football Transfer Portal officially opens today. The Tennessee Volunteers are among many schools that anticipate having players enter the portal between now and the 16th of January.

Josh Heupel News / A to Z Sports / January 1

Josh Heupel and the Tennessee Vols are reportedly making another big-time staff change

Tennessee Vols head coach Josh Heupel made a big-time coaching staff move last month when he decided to part ways with defensive coordinator Tim Banks.

Max Anderson News / A to Z Sports / December 31

The Tennessee Vols are reportedly losing a former 4-star recruit to the NCAA transfer portal

The Tennessee Vols are reportedly losing a former four-star recruit to the NCAA transfer portal. CBS Sports college football insider Chris Hummer reported on Wednesday that Vols redshirt freshman offensive lineman Max Anderson is planning to enter the transfer portal when it opens on Jan.

Josh Heupel News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / December 31

What Tennessee Football HC Josh Heupel Said Following Last Second Loss to Illinois in Music City Bowl

The Tennessee Volunteers finish the season with an overall record of 8-5 after a devastating last second loss in the Music City Bowl. Illinois defeated the Vols 30-28 by a successful field goal as time expired.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 30

Illinois staves off Tennessee on walk-off field goal to win Music City Bowl

The win is the second straight bowl win for Bret Bielema and Illinois.

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Tennessee vs. Illinois Prediction: Music City Bowl Preview

No. 9 Michigan State goes up big early, emphatically beats Toledo

Tramon Mark leads balanced Texas attack in romp over Le Moyne

Bill Self gives unfortunate update on Kansas Jayhawks star Darryn Peterson

Duke, Texas and Miami among favorites for five-star PG Deron Rippey Jr.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10

Report: Tennessee set to make big hire at defensive coordinator

The Tennessee Volunteers have gotten rid of their defensive coordinator following a disappointing 2025 campaign, and they appear to have a big replacement lined up for him.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 2