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Tennessee and Alabama Bring Back a Rivalry Tradition Lost Since 1970

For more than five decades, the Third Saturday in October has been dressed down. Not in intensity, but in wardrobe. Since 1970, Tennessee and Alabama have followed the modern college football custom of the home team wearing colors while the visitor dons white.

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Latest practice intel confirms what was speculated about the Tennessee Vols’ starting quarterback battle

The general feeling that has emerged over the last week is that true freshman Faizon Brandon is starting to separate himself in the Tennessee Vols’ starting quarterback competition.

Josh Heupel News / A to Z Sports / August 19

‘I give him a lot of credit publicly, I feel like maybe too much’ – Alex Golesh dropped some must-hear comments about Josh Heupel

Alex Golesh served as the Tennessee Vols’ offensive coordinator for two seasons under Josh Heupel. Alex Golesh spent two seasons (2021 and 2022) as Tennessee’s offensive coordinator under Josh Heupel before leaving Rocky Top to take over as the head coach at USF.

DeSean Bishop News / A to Z Sports / August 19

The word disrespect gets thrown around too much, but Tennessee RB DeSean Bishop was just the victim of true unexplainable disrespect

It’s hard to even explain the level of disrespect that was thrown Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop’s way this week. We use the word disrespect a lot.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / August 18

What Tennessee Football Fans Can Expect From New DC Jim Knowles

Tennessee is ushering in a new era on defense, hiring Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator after firing Tim Banks. The Volunteers are looking for a major turnaround after allowing 28.8 points and 395.5 yards per game last season, with both figures ranking third-worst in the SEC, according to CBS Sports.

Tennessee Volunteers News / A to Z Sports / August 18

‘We’ve got something that most people are going to wish they had’ – Tennessee made an interesting decision with dynamic true freshman

The Tennessee Volunteers moved a very intriguing athlete to cornerback. One of the Tennessee Vols’ most athletic true freshmen may be settling in on a permanent position in the secondary.

Arion Carter News / A to Z Sports / August 18

Tennessee Vols fans need to give up on the ‘solution’ that’s being suggested for Arion Carter’s suspension

Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Arion Carter will be suspended the first two games of the 2026 college football season. Tennessee Vols senior linebacker Arion Carter will be suspended for the first two games of the season over a frivolous NCAA violation.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 18

Here’s what has to happen on Saturday for Faizon Brandon to lock down the starting QB job — Tennessee might be in a crazy situation

The Tennessee Volunteers’ starting quarterback competition is nearing its conclusion — at least we think it is. The Tennessee Vols’ starting quarterback

Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / August 17

Tennessee lands four-star QB over Florida, Michigan, others

Tennessee lands four-star QB Kaden Craft over Florida, Michigan, others

The Tennessee Volunteers have found their quarterback for the class of 2028. There's still a lot that can change, of course, and it's worth noting that 4-star quarterback Kaden Craft wasn't even really planning on making a commitment before his junior season.

Five takeaways from release of preseason AP Top 25 Poll

Three college football teams that have no business in preseason Top 25

How many teams in 2026 preseason Associated Press Top 25 Poll have rosters worth $40M or more?

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

Tennessee Volunteers News / ESPN / August 17

Heupel's Volunteers land 2028 4-star QB Craft

The Tennessee Volunteers landed a quarterback for the future Monday, securing a commitment from four-star prospect Kaden Craft, ESPN's No. 3 dual-threat passer in the 2028 cycle who is a 20-game starter at North Carolina's Lake Norman High School.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / August 17

Why No. 20 Is the Correct Ranking for Tennessee Football Going into the 2026 Season

The preseason AP Poll was recently released, with Tennessee falling at 20th in the initial ranking. This also puts Tennessee as the eighth-highest-ranked team in the SEC.

Tennessee Volunteers News / A to Z Sports / August 17

Tennessee was revealed as the No. 20 team in the AP Top 25 poll and ESPN immediately took a loud shot at the Vols on national TV

Shots were fired at the Tennessee Volunteers on The Pat McAfee Show on ESPN on Monday afternoon. The 2026 preseason AP Top 25 poll was revealed on Monday and the Tennessee Vols came in at No.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / August 17

Preview: 2028 QB Kaden Craft's Commitment Announcement

The Tennessee Volunteers' top quarterback target in the class of 2028 is set to announce his commitment on Monday, and fans will be able to watch it live.

Tennessee Volunteers News / A to Z Sports / August 17

New report details how much Tennessee football is spending on its roster for the 2026 season, and it’s in line with Georgia’s spending

The Tennessee Volunteers will not be fielding a cheap football team in 2026. Tennessee is one of the highest spenders in the SEC. The Tennessee Vols will not be fielding a “cheap” football team in 2026.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / August 16

Tennessee Football's 2027 Recruiting Class Superlatives

Tennessee’s 2027 recruiting class is all but finalized as the season approaches. With that being said, Vols on Si is giving out six superlatives to the current commits in Tennessee's class.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Draft Nation / August 14

2026 SEC Media Day Series: Tennessee

In 2025, the Tennessee Volunteers were an offensive juggernaut, scoring at least 20 points in every game and posting over 30 on eight occasions. The problem was on the other side of the pigskin, where, in their five defeats, Tennessee surrendered at least 30 points.

Josh Heupel News / Yardbarker / August 11

Josh Heupel is running out of time to take next step with Tennessee

Josh Heupel rescued Tennessee football and returned the program to national relevance. Entering his sixth season, however, merely being relevant is no longer enough.

Quarterback competitions to watch in the SEC ahead of the 2026 season

Five toughest schedules in 2026 college football

College football's hot seat: Six coaches facing career-defining seasons in 2026

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

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