Dont'e Thornton: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Super Bowl winning head coach loves what he's seeing from former Tennessee Vols standout during NFL training camp

Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Dont'e Thornton is turning a lot of heads during training camp with the Las Vegas Raiders. Thornton, a fourth round

Tennessee Volunteers News / Yardbarker / July 28

Raiders rookie WR showing he could be steal of 2025 draft

Las Vegas Raiders WR Dont'e Thornton Jr. is opening eyes at training camp.

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Dont'e Thornton says he understands why Ohio State blew out Tennessee now that he's playing under former Buckeyes OC Chip Kelly

The Tennessee Vols ended the 2024 season with a 42-17 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first round of the College Football Playoff. Ohio State put up 473 yards of total offense in that matchup.

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Former Tennessee Vols standout already receiving first team reps in NFL training camp as a rookie

A former Tennessee Vols standout is already receiving some first team reps in NFL training camp despite being a rookie. Former Vols wide receiver Dont'e Thornton was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Why Raiders' Dont'e Thornton Will Be a Gem

The Las Vegas Raiders have done a good job of putting together a good team for next season. The Raiders went out and hired head coach Pete Carroll to lead the way for the team both on and off the field.

Las Vegas Raiders OC Chip Kelly Has High Praise for Tennessee Vol Dont'e Thornton

Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly had some high praise for former Tennessee Vol Dont'e Thornton. The Tennessee Volunteers had a handful of players selected in the 2025 NFL draft and one of them was wide receiver Dont'e Thornton.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / June 16

Tennessee Vol Dont'e Thornton Described as Most Impressive Rookie for Raiders

The Tennessee Volunteers had a handful of players drafted into the NFL this year and one of them was wide receiver Dont'e Thornton. The Las Vegas Raiders drafted him in the fourth round and the selection appears to already be paying off based on the word out of camp.

Former Vol Dont'e Thornton Becoming a 'Constant Target' for the Las Vegas Raiders

Former Tennessee Volunteer Dont'e Thornton is becoming a 'constant target' for the Las Vegas Raiders. The Las Vegas Raiders loaded up on offensive weaponry this offseason by drafted running back Ashton Jeanty and wide receiver Dont'e Thornton.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 28

'Holy s--t, this dude could be something serious' - Former Vols WR Dont'e Thornton has already impressed one of the NFL's best players

Former Tennessee Vols wide receiver Dont'e Thornton has only been an NFL player for a month, but he's already managed to impress one of the best players

New Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Dont'e Thornton asked for something in his rookie season that he may end up regretting

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Dont'e Thornton, a former Tennessee Vols standout who was selected in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, asked for

College Football News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 14

4 Things To Know About Raiders' Dont'e Thornton Jr

When the Raiders' selected Dont'e Thornton Jr., they gained a speed threat who wants to dominate. What they also gained is a true student of the game ready to do whatever it takes to win as a team.

Raiders Sign Another Member of 2025 Draft Class

The Raiders have signed another member of their 2025 NFL Draft class. This time, the signing is fourth-round wide receiver Dont'e Thornton , one of the draft's most athletic wideouts.

College Football News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / May 9

How Raiders Newest WR Dont'e Thornton Jr. Fits In

The Las Vegas Raiders added their classic draft pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Raiders took another speedy wide receiver in the draft. The Silver and Black selected Dont'e Thornton Jr.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / May 7

Dont'e Thornton Jr's Path to Starting for the Raiders Following His Tennessee Career

Will Dont'e Thornton Jr be a starter for the Raiders? The Tennessee Volunteers had many players selected in the NFL Draft this year, including what could be the biggest steal in the draft.

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Raiders' Pete Carroll made a comment to Dont'e Thornton on draft day that won't help Tennessee's reputation with wide receivers

One of the biggest questions surrounding Tennessee Vols wide receiver Dont'e Thornton in the 2025 NFL Draft was whether he could run pro-style routes due

Raiders Rookie Dont'e Thornton Is Just Getting Started

The Las Vegas Raiders added multiple skill position players to their roster in the NFL Draft, including wide receiver Dont'e Thornton. After adding Ashton Jeanty and Jack Bech in earlier rounds, the Raiders added another talented pass catcher in Thornton.

Raiders' Dont'e Thornton Receives High Praise

The Las Vegas Raiders had arguably one of the most productive NFL Drafts of any team in the National Football League. Las Vegas addressed nearly all of their most pressing needs in the draft, primarily focusing on the offensive side of the ball.

Social Media Reacts to Raiders' Dont'e Thornton Pick

"Dont'e Thornton found a home in Vegas should be the guy stretching the field using his speed and size to win. Geno was decent last season on the deep ball 41% comp pct.

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / April 26

Tennessee Football's Dont'e Thornton Jr Could Be the Biggest Day 3 NFL Draft Steal

The former Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver is still on the board after the first two day have concluded. He could be one of the biggest selections on Saturday.

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