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Former SEC official gives opinion on the David Sanders Jr holding call that erased a Braylon Staley touchdown for Tennessee against South Carolina

The Tennessee Volunteers had three touchdowns wiped off the board against South Carolina due to penalties. Of the three touchdowns that Tennessee had erased due to penalties against South Carolina, only one was because of a questionable call.

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Top Vols insider makes a prediction for Tennessee over the final month of the season that no one would’ve saw coming back in August

The Tennessee Volunteers could set an unexpected program record over the next few weeks. Going into the season, one of the biggest question marks surrounding Tennessee was whether the defense could consistently pressure opposing quarterbacks.

Preview: Tennessee Lady Vols Basketball vs. Florida A&M

The Tennessee Lady Vols are set for their lone exhibition on television, as they are set to play just days before their season opener, which is set for November 2nd.

Rick Barnes News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 27

Rick Barnes Gives Interesting Solution to the NCAA's Eligibility Lawsuits

Over the past few months, the NCAA has been under all sorts of fire because of different lawsuits. This comes in the wake of allowing a fifth year of eligibility to college players, but the ruling is very inconsistent, and many recent graduates are suing for extra eligibility.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 26

This Lady Vols roster chose Tennessee, and it shows

Tennessee will take the floor at Food City Center Tuesday night without a single player who wore orange last season. Not one returner. Fifteen new faces make up Kim Caldwell’s Lady Vols, and Tuesday’s 6:30 p.m.

Xavier Gilliam News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 26

Xavier Gilliam Receives Major Recognition in Newest NFL Draft Prospect Rankings

ESPN NFL draft analyst Jordan Reid ranked Gilliam No. 11 overall in his top 50 prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft. Gilliam also checked in as the second-ranked defensive tackle, trailing only Ole Miss standout Will Echoles, who landed ninth overall. The rankings, published Oct.

Rick Barnes News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 26

ESPN Names Tennessee Basketball a Final Four Contender Despite Preseason Struggles

Rick Barnes is trying to lead Tennessee to a fourth straight elite 8 and get over the hump to a final four. Barnes made it to the final four in 2003 when coaching the Texas Longhorns.

Where Tennessee lands in latest college football power rankings after loss to South Carolina may surprise Vols fans

The Tennessee Volunteers fell to 6-2 after losing to the South Carolina Gamecocks in Columbia this past weekend. Despite losing to South Carolina on the road this past weekend, Tennessee is still viewed in a positive light by CBS Sports.

Josh Heupel News / A to Z Sports / October 26

It’s very clear what Josh Heupel’s QB plan should be the rest of the season for the Tennessee Vols

The Tennessee Volunteers will enter November with a 6-2 record and in control of their own destiny. Tennessee fans are understandably frustrated after the Vols’ 27-24 loss to South Carolina this past weekend.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 25

What Tennessee Football's AP Ranking Means for Their Playoff Hopes

Tennessee still has an opportunity to pass its final exams. However, the Volunteers have made the remaining tests more difficult. After falling five spots to No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 25

Tennessee’s loss to South Carolina puts Vols in very notable and crowded company in 2026 college football season

The Vols are not alone in their disappointment right after a big win. The Tennessee Vols snatched defeat from the jaws of victory on Saturday night in Columbia, losing at the final whistle 27-24 on a walk off 48-yard field goal.

Scott Van Pelt News / A to Z Sports / October 25

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt delivered a strong statement about Tennessee’s loss to South Carolina that puts things in a different light for Vols fans

The Tennessee Volunteers were the better team on Saturday in Columbia, but they didn’t walk away with the win. Tennessee fans are understandably frustrated after the Vols dropped another heartbreaker in Columbia on Saturday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 25

Tennessee needs to demand some answers on two moments that look very suspicious in loss to South Carolina

Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel should be on the phone with everyone in the SEC. One of the biggest reasons that Tennessee lost to South Carolina on Saturday in Columbia is because of penalties.

Tennessee isn’t expected to fall very far in the AP Top 25 poll after loss to South Carolina, and there’s a clear reason why

The Tennessee Volunteers fell 27-24 to the South Carolina Gamecocks on Saturday in Williams-Brice Stadium. Tennessee became the latest SEC team to lose a tough game just a week after winning a big game.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 24

LaNorris Sellers leads South Carolina to comeback win over Tennessee

LaNorris Sellers leads South Carolina to dramatic comeback win over No. 11 Tennessee

When the South Carolina Gamecocks jumped out to an early 14-0 lead Saturday against the Tennessee Volunteers, there weren't many fans that felt safe about the double-digit lead.

UCF shatters No. 2 BYU's dream season with wild 2OT upset

Cincinnati stuns No. 8 Texas Tech to end Red Raiders' unbeaten season

LSU, Lane Kiffin just put the SEC on notice with blowout win at Auburn

Chris Simms names his top five college quarterbacks

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 24

We have a theory on exactly what went wrong on Tennessee’s botched fourth down play, and it leads to a bigger question that needs to be asked about Josh Heupel

A botched fourth down play likely cost Tennessee a win against South Carolina on Saturday in Columbia. Tennessee was a few plays away from securing a win against South Carolina on Saturday, but a botched fourth down play gave the Gamecocks late life and they were able to capitalize.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 24

Everything George MacIntyre and Mike Matthews Said After Loss To South Carolina

Tennessee football had chances to leave South Carolina with a victory. Instead, penalties and late offensive breakdowns left the Volunteers explaining a frustrating 27–24 loss.

DeSean Bishop News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 24

DeSean Bishop's Big Game is not Enough and Other Top Performers for Tennessee vs South Carolina

The Tennessee Vols have just been defeated by the South Carolina Gamecocks in stunning fashion. After getting down 14-0 early the Vols stormed back to be leading at half time and were driving to put the game away, then disaster struck.

Donovan Haslam News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 24

Tennessee loses OL Donovan Haslam to injury against South Carolina

Tennessee football lost offensive lineman Donovan Haslam for the rest of the South Carolina game, according to the Vol Network broadcast. Haslam suffered an upper-body injury in the first half of the game.

Mike Matthews News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 24

Tennessee WR Mike Matthews Could Be Key to Unlocking South Carolina’s Defense

Mike Matthews could be stepping into a favorable matchup Saturday. Whether Tennessee can take advantage may depend on what happens before the football leaves George MacIntyre’s hand.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 24

Three Games Tennessee Fans Need to Monitor This Week

The Tennessee Vols are coming off a huge win again the Alabama Crimson Tide. This win does improve their stock in making the College Football Playoff but there is still work to do.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 24

Betting Lines Show Tennessee Football is the Underdog vs. South Carolina

The Tennessee Volunteers have only one loss on the season, which was a three-point defeat to the then top-ranked Texas Longhorns. They also dominated the Alabama Crimson Tide just last week and have taken care of business against several other Power 4 opponents.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Lindy's Sports / October 19

How Jim Knowles madeTennessee Volunteers a national title contender

The Tennessee Volunteers made a splashy hire of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator, and it’s paid off. Knowles was the former Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator, and he helped them win a national title, and then cashed in to be the Penn State Nittany Lions’ defensive coordinator.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 17

No. 6 Alabama, Kalen DeBoer feel stuck after loss to Tennessee

No. 6 Alabama, Kalen DeBoer feel stuck after double-digit road loss at No. 14 Tennessee

Kalen DeBoer's third season as Alabama Crimson Tide head coach is starting to feel like the first two. On Saturday, Associated Press No. 6 Alabama (5-2, 3-2 in SEC) fell on the road at the No.

No. 14 Tennessee extends home dominance of error-prone No. 6 Alabama

Trinidad Chambliss records four TDs as No. 9 Ole Miss blasts No. 13 Missouri

Arch Manning, Texas continue to struggle after home loss to unranked Florida

Wild ending versus Michigan State keeps dream Northwestern season alive

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