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Coming into the 2025 college football season, Jermod McCoy was the Vols cornerback that had every NFL Draft scout excited. Then Colton Hood stepped up for Tennessee in McCoy's injured absence, becoming one of the best cornerbacks in the game.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 28

'The best player in Mobile' - ESPN draft analyst labels former Tennessee Vols standout as his top day 1 standout at the Senior Bowl

A former Tennessee Vols standout had a terrific first day at the Senior Bowl in Mobile. According to ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller, Vols cornerback Colton Hood "stepped up" on Tuesday at the Senior Bowl.

Colton Hood 2026 NFL Draft: scouting report for Tennessee, Cornerback

Height: 6-0 Weight: 195 Year: RS Sophomore Pro Comparison: Kristian Fulton Hand Size: N/A Arm Length: N/A 40-Yard Dash: N/A Vertical Leap: N/A Broad Jump: N/A 20-Yard Shuttle: N/A 3-Cone: N/A Good size and great length for a starting caliber outside corner.

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 8

NFL bound former Vol wants Tennessee to recruit his younger brother out of the transfer portal

Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood, who recently declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, would like to see his younger brother in orange and white. Hood tweeted this week that his younger brother, UMass running back Brandon Hood, is in the transfer portal.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

Colton Hood 2026 NFL Draft Early Scouting Report

Colton Hood emerged as one of the best cornerbacks in college football in the 2025 season, and his scouting report evaluates what made Hood one of the best cornerbacks in the SEC this season and how well his skill set might translate to the next level.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 18

Seahawks select Riq Woolen replacement in 2026 NFL mock draft

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen is set to become a free agent at the end of the season. The Seahawks are unlikely to sign the fourth-year cornerback out of UTSA.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 14

Key Tennessee Vols player explains confusing social media post that fans thought meant something else

Tennessee Vols redshirt sophomore cornerback Colton Hood sent a social media post on Saturday that had some fans on Rocky Top confused. Hood sent a tweet on Saturday that simply said "Year 3" with a checkmark emoji.

Tennessee Titans News / A to Z Sports / November 19

Tennessee Vols standout lands with Tennessee Titans in ESPN's latest 2026 NFL mock draft

ESPN's latest 2026 NFL mock draft has a Tennessee Vols standout landing with the the Tennessee Titans. The Titans are expected to have an early selection in next year's draft (the Titans currently have the worst record in the NFL at 1-9).

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 29

Tennessee CB Colton Hood's availability for Oklahoma game made clear by SEC availability report

The Tennessee Volunteers will appear to have one of their most important players on defense on the field on Saturday when they take on the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday night in Knoxville.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 27

There's concern that the Tennessee Vols could be without a key starter against the Oklahoma Sooners

There's some concern that the Tennessee Vols could be without a key starter against the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday night. Vols cornerback Colton Hood suffered an injury in Tennessee's 56-34 win over the Kentucky Wildcats this past weekend.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 16

Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood wasn't named to The Athletic's midseason All-Transfer Portal team

The Athletic must’ve forgotten that Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood exists. Because there's no other explanation for the former Colorado defensive back to be left off of The Athletic's midseason All-Transfer Portal team.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 15

Willie Martinez Shares Honest Ty Redmond and Colton Hood Statement

The Tennessee Volunteers have many different players who have been stepping up in a role that they weren't expected for them. The Vols expected to enter this season with one injury in the DB room at the cornerback position outside of Jourdan Thomas.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 10

Vols cornerback Colton Hood says he grew up with a key member of Tennessee's baseball team

Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood has been an extremely important player for UT football so far this season. Hood, who started his college career at Auburn, transferred from Colorado to Tennessee during the spring transfer window.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 3

'I didn't know too much about Tennessee before coming here' - Vols newcomer makes honest admission about playing for UT

One of the Tennessee Vols' best additions this offseason didn't arrive in Knoxville until after spring practice (actually two of UT's best additions, counting quarterback Joey Aguilar, arrived after spring practice).

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Tennessee Vols starter lands with Super Bowl contender in latest 2026 NFL mock draft

Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood has only played in five games since arriving at UT, but he's already being viewed as a potential first round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / September 25

Colton Hood a 'Transfer Portal Surprise' for the Tennessee Volunteers

Colton Hood has been a transfer portal surprise for the Tennessee Volunteers this. The Tennessee Volunteers have unfortunately dealt with multiple injuries on defense this season.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 24

National outlet projects Vols newcomer as a first round draft pick in 2026 while dropping quote that will get Tennessee fans excited

CBS Sports' Mike Renner has a Tennessee Vols newcomer projected as a first round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. Renner's latest mock draft has Vols redshirt sophomore cornerback Colton Hood going to the Cleveland Browns with the No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 30

Vols DB Colton Hood dropped an ice cold quote about QB Joey Aguilar after Tennessee's win against Syracuse

Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood, a Colorado transfer who joined the program ahead of the 2025 season, dropped an ice cold quote about quarterback Joey Aguilar after UT's win against Syracuse on Saturday.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / August 26

Tennessee Defensive Coordinator Praises DB Colton Hood Ahead Of Week 1 Matchup Vs Syracuse

Tennessee very well may have another rising star on its hands in the secondary. While Boo Carter and All-American cornerback Jermod McCoy receive a lot of praise and rightfully so, the Volunteers may have another budding star waiting in the wings.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / July 15

Arion Carter Shares Evaluation on Tennessee Football Transfer Addition Colton Hood

Arion Carter has started to become a leader for the Tennessee Volunteers' defense. Similar to last season, the defense has made some major additions, including Colton Hood from Colorado.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / May 4

Tennessee Football Transfer Addition Colton Hood's Stats at Colorado Goes Viral

Tennessee Vols transfer addition Colton Hood had a great season with Colorado. The Tennessee Volunteers went out and made a power move by adding Colorado Buffaloes defensive back transfer Colton Hood, who is arguably the best transfer the Vols have landed overall this off-season.

College Football News / Field Level Media / May 2

Colorado CB Colton Hood transferring to Tennessee

Former Colorado cornerback Colton Hood announced on Friday that he is transferring to Tennessee. Hood had been expected to take over for Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter in the Buffaloes' secondary.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Former Auburn CB Announces Transfer Commitment to Third College Football Program

Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze enters his fourth season as head coach in 2025 with an 11-14 record. Freeze had one year with cornerback Colton Hood before the Auburn player hit the transfer portal.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / October 19, 2024

Watch: Colorado's Colton Hood 46-yard interception return vs. Arizona

Colorado displayed dominance in their matchup against Arizona, taking control of the game from the start and building a commanding 31-7 lead late in the fourth quarter.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / October 13, 2024

Colorado's Colton Hood 59-yard interception vs. Kansas State

Colorado defensive back Colton Hood made a crucial play in the fourth quarter to keep his team alive in a tense game. With just under four minutes left on the clock, Hood stepped in front of a pass and returned it for 59 yards, giving Colorado a much-needed spark.