Clark Lea: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Vanderbilt Commodores News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 10

Seven Jarring Stats And Visuals From Vanderbilt Football's Blowout Loss To Ole Miss

NASHVILLE—Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea declared that this is the easiest correlation between a box score and a result in his tenure. To him, this 52-17 loss to Ole Miss is simple.

Vanderbilt Commodores News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 10

Takeaways From Vanderbilt Football's Blowout Loss To Ole Miss

NASHVILLE—That was an absolute mess for Vanderbilt football. Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea declared that Vanderbilt hasn’t felt that way after a loss in a long time, and it should.

Clark Lea News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 10

For Vanderbilt Football Against Ole Miss, It's The Battle Against Demoralization

NASHVILLE—-It seems easy, but the task is becoming more and more of a difficult one for Vanderbilt’s public relations staff each week. But, the last two weeks they’ve turned to some of their best options on the podium following Vanderbilt losses.

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College Football News / Stadium Rant / October 8

College Football Week 6 Preview: 5 Games to Watch, Where to Stream & Best Bets

College football Week 6 kicks off Saturday, Oct. 10, with an SEC-heavy slate that runs from noon to night. No. 2 Georgia visits No. 6 Alabama, Texas and Oklahoma meet in the Red River Rivalry, and No.

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25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

Clark Lea News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 8

Why Ja'Cory Thomas Believes He's Breaking Through For Vanderbilt Football

NASHVILLE—When it appeared as if Ja’Cory Thomas was trending towards becoming a non factor, Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea was always clear publicly that he didn’t plan to give up on him or the idea that he could be the No.

College Football News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / October 8

Vanderbilt's QB Situation Creates a Major Challenge for Ole Miss

The Ole Miss Rebels are trying to fix their defense after nearly surrendering 500 total yards to the Florida Gators. They were outmatched and incapable of slowing down Florida's offense.

Vanderbilt Commodores News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 8

Three Keys and A Prediction: Vanderbilt Football vs. Ole Miss

NASHVILLE—Vanderbilt football doesn’t appear to be all that intimidated by No. 9 Ole Miss ahead of the Rebels’ trip to Nashville over the weekend. But, can it find a way to win?

Vanderbilt Commodores News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 8

Clark Lea Updates Jared Curtis' Status Ahead of Matchup Against Ole Miss

NASHVILLE—Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis appears to be trending towards playing Saturday against Ole Miss. Curtis was listed as probable by Vanderbilt on Wednesday’s injury report and is still day-to-day, but there’s been no setbacks in his recovery since Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea met the media on Tuesday.

Vanderbilt Commodores News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 7

How Tropical Storm Isaias Could Impact Vanderbilt Football Game Against Ole Miss

NASHVILLE — The first big weather event of hurricane and tropical storm season is here and it could end up impacting Vanderbilt football’s game vs. Ole Miss this weekend.

College Football News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 7

Vanderbilt Football Defense Knows It Has Its Hands Full This Weekend

NASHVILLE — Vanderbilt football head coach Clark Lea stood at the podium for his weekly Tuesday press conference fully aware of the challenge that awaits his team this weekend.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

College Football News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 7

Vanderbilt Football's Austin Howard Isn't Letting Type 1 Diabetes Limit Him. It's His Superpower.

NASHVILLE—-Austin Howard knows the questions will inevitably come when people look at the right side of his waistline and the mid-section of each of his biceps, but he’s more than happy to answer them.

Vanderbilt Commodores News / Vanderbilt Commodores on SI / October 6

The State of Vanderbilt Football’s Morale Following Two-game Skid

NASHVILLE — Going through the film of its loss to No. 2 Georgia, Vanderbilt football players felt like the mistakes they made were just beating themselves.