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Tennessee Vols head coach Josh Heupel sends strong message to the 3 quarterbacks battling for the starting job in 2025

The first question that Tennessee Vols head coach Josh Heupel was asked in Atlanta on Tuesday, before he took the main stage at SEC Media Days, was about

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Four Star RB Brayden Tyson Announces Top Eight Schools. Volunteers Make The Cut

One of the top running backs in the country is down to his final eight schools. Brayden Tyson is down to Texas, North Carolina, Florida State, Georgia, South Carolina, Rutgers, Miami, and Tennessee. According to 247Sports Composite, Tyson is a four-star prospect, the No.

Tony Vitello News / A to Z Sports / July 14

'It's not the number we're looking for' — Tony Vitello has a comment after historic draft for Tennessee that should have Vol fans feeling reassured

It's been a terrific run for the Tennessee Vols over the last five years. The Vols have gone to the Super Regionals five times, won the College World

Tennessee Volunteers News / Rocky Top Talk / July 14

LHP Brandon Arvidson set to return to Tennessee baseball in 2026

Big news. Tennessee received some good news on Monday afternoon as the 2025 MLB Draft rolls on, getting word from Brandon Arvidson that he will return to the program next season.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Rocky Top Talk / July 14

Five-star point guard prospect Deron Rippey Jr. schedules visit with Tennessee

A future name to know. Tennessee basketball is in the mix for another top prospect, this time coming in next year’s 2026 class. Deron Rippey Jr., a five-star point guard prospect, has scheduled several visits this fall as he narrows his schools down.

College Baseball News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Tennessee Vols baseball coach Tony Vitello made plenty of opposing fans mad during the 2025 MLB Draft and it wasn't even his fault

Tennessee Vols baseball coach Tony Vitello managed to anger some opposing fan bases on Sunday night during the 2025 MLB Draft, but it wasn't really his

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 12

Josh Heupel continues to be coy about Tennessee Vols' upcoming QB battle with recent decision, but it makes perfect sense

The light at the end of the tunnel of the long college football offseason has distantly appeared, as the 2025 SEC Media Days takes place next week in Atlanta,

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / July 12

Revisit The Moment J.B. Shabazz Became A Tennessee Vol

On Friday evening, the Volunteers received great news from standout offensive lineman J.B. Shabazz, who announced he would become a Tennessee Volunteer.

Josh Heupel News / Rocky Top Talk / July 11

Tennessee Vols pick up commitment from four-star OL JB Shabazz on Friday

Josh Heupel and the Tennessee Volunteers remained on a hot streak in recruiting to end the week. Heupel secured the pledge of four-star Winston-Salem, NC OT JB Shabazz on Friday, who picked the Vols over Ohio State and South Carolina.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / July 11

Tennessee’s Tony Vitello to Serve as Guest Analyst for 2025 MLB Draft

Tennessee Baseball's Tony Vitello is stepping into the national spotlight once again—this time not from the dugout, but from behind the analyst desk. The Vols' championship-winning head coach will serve as a guest analyst for the 2025 MLB Draft, airing live Sunday, July 13 at 6 PM ET on MLB Network.

College Baseball News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Tony Vitello and the Tennessee Vols continue their summer hot streak

Shortly after the Tennessee Vols' 2025 season ended, UT baseball coach Tony Vitello vowed to be "aggressive" in the NCAA transfer portal. "We're probably going to be more aggressive in the portal than we've ever been," said Vitello in June.

Joshua Josephs News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / July 10

Tennessee EDGE Joshua Josephs Named Top 5 EDGE Rusher In 2026 NFL Draft By PFF Analyst Trevor Sikkema

Josephs was ranked as the No. 5 EDGE Rusher for the 2026 NFL Draft right behind T.J. Parker (Clemson), R Mason Thomas (Oklahoma), Reuben Bain Jr (Miami), and Keldric Faulk (Auburn). Josephs is coming off a productive junior season, where he finished with 39 tackles, three pass breakups, three forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks.

College Baseball News / A to Z Sports / July 10

College baseball coach who recently lost a player to the Vols fires back at accusation from Tennessee Tony Vitello

Tennessee Vols head coach Tony Vitello added some spiciness to the college baseball offseason this week. On Wednesday, Vitello appeared on WNML's SportsTalk and

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / July 8

A Deeper Dive Into What Brayden Rouse Will Bring To Tennessee

The Vols just landed a huge priority target for the class of 2026 as the Tennessee recruiting continues to stay hot. PROSPECT: Brayden Rouse PROJECTED POSITION: Linebacker VITALS: 6-foot-3, 215-pounds SCHOOL: Kell High School (Marietta, Georgia) Josh Heupel and the Volunteer staff prioritized Rouse over a year ago and never let off the throttle.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Rocky Top Talk / July 8

Tennessee adds commitment from top 100 overall LB Brayden Rouse

A top 100 get. Bang. Tennessee has won the battle for top 100 overall linebacker Brayden Rouse. The highly ranked four-star prospect committed to the Volunteers on Tuesday night, officially announcing his decision.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / July 8

Tennessee lands commitment from three-star in-state cornerback

In-state recruiting is vital, especially in SEC territory where elite programs can be found seemingly a stone's throw away.

Tennessee starts July off with fireworks on the recruiting trail

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Tennessee Volunteers News / Hoops Rumors / July 7

Pistons sign notable second-round pick

The Pistons have signed their second-round pick, guard Chaz Lanier, according to a team press release. He was chosen with the 37th overall pick. Detroit didn’t have a first-round selection.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Tennessee Predicted to be Dealt Blow on Coveted Star by SEC Foe

Could the Tennessee Volunteers lose out on one of the top wide receiver recruits in Mississippi to the Ole Miss Rebels? According to sources at On3, that appears to be the case.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / July 1

Tennessee starts July off with fireworks on the recruiting trail

Josh Heupel and the Tennessee Volunteers have started the month of July off with a bang on the recruiting trail. The Vols landed not one, not two, but three big-time commitments on Tuesday.

HC Josh Heupel and the Volunteers may have just found their ultimate mismatch offensive weapon

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Tennessee Volunteers News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Nation’s No. 1 QB Sends Clear Message to Tennessee’s 4-Star Commit

It's been nearly a year since quarterback Faizon Brandon committed to the Tennessee Volunteers. The No. 1 rated quarterback in the country has seen his team finish with the 11th-best recruiting class in 2025 and the Volunteers are ranked 12th in 2026, according to On3.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Tennessee Lands Impressive Athlete on Saturday

For the second day in a row, the Tennessee Volunteers have landed a commitment for the 2026 class. On Saturday, Vol Scoops reported on X that three-star athlete Zaydyn Anderson has pledged to the Volunteers.

Phillip Fulmer News / Yardbarker / June 16