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The University of Tennessee has transitioned its football program from Nike to adidas, introducing fresh apparel, uniform tweaks and new NIL opportunities for players, as highlighted by head coach Josh Heupel.
Faizon Brandon’s recent youth football camp in Knoxville raised funds for the Tennessee Children’s Home, with the quarterback promising to match donations, while Coach Josh Heupel highlighted the upcoming quarterback competition with George MacIntyre ahead of the 2026 season.
With a 4‑8 record behind them, North Carolina is reshaping its offense under new coordinator Bobby Petrino, spotlighting transfer Christo Kelly and a quarterback competition that could define the 2026 season.
With the 2026 college football season approaching, the Bulldogs face key questions about their backfield, receiving corps and pass rush as they prepare to open against Tennessee State on September 5.
The Gamecocks, fresh off a 48‑win campaign and an NCAA Tournament berth, have finalized a coaching roster that blends fresh talent with proven experience.
Three Tennessee baseball players are making waves in the Cape Cod League, earning All-Star honors and raising expectations for their upcoming season with the Vols.
Tennessee’s newest big man, Christian Fermin, sustained a hand injury during a practice session, forcing him to sit out the rest of the summer. The setback is minor, and coaches say he will be ready when fall practice begins in late September.
A road game on Nov. 17 will pit the Spartans against the Volunteers for the first time in a regular‑season setting under Coach Tom Izzo, reigniting a series that has seen five wins for Michigan State and two exhibition meetings in recent years.
Vanderbilt's 2025 season delivered a historic ten‑win campaign and a Heisman runner‑up quarterback, but the departure of Diego Pavia poses a major challenge. Freshman Jared Curtis is poised to step in as the Commodores aim to sustain momentum into 2026.
The Volunteers will host the Spartans on November 17 in a much-anticipated matchup that pits Tennessee's rising talent against Michigan State's seasoned roster.
With both George MacIntyre and five‑star recruit Faizon Brandon vying for the starting spot, Tennessee’s quarterback battle is poised to define the team’s outlook for the upcoming season.
Phil Steele’s preseason poll places Tennessee at No. 18, outranking ESPN’s projection while trailing the FPI, and the team navigates key questions as the 2026 season approaches.
Laine Lyles, a 15‑year‑old guard from Indiana, spent a weekend in Knoxville meeting Coach Kim Caldwell and the Lady Vols staff, while the program eyes a future class that currently has no pledges.
Tennessee football players spent a Saturday afternoon at a local Food City, meeting fans of all ages, signing autographs and sharing stories that highlight the unique relationship between the Volunteers and Vol Nation.
With high expectations and a history of decisive battles, the Volunteers are poised for a quarterback showdown that could shape their offensive identity.
Entering his sixth season, head coach Josh Heupel faces a new quarterback and defensive questions as the Vols navigate a demanding slate that includes games from Furman to Alabama.
Tennessee will field a deep group of six tight ends, blending returning veterans, transfers and an Austrian freshman to add depth and versatility to the 2026 roster.
With the starting quarterback spot up for grabs between George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon, and a defensive line vacancy created by Chaz Coleman’s absence, the Vols are reshaping key positions as they prepare for the 2026 campaign.
Ralph Scott, a freshman wing for Tennessee basketball, opened up about his first six weeks at the university, highlighting progress in conditioning, defense, and shooting, as well as his goals to become a SEC Player of the Year while adjusting to life in Knoxville.
Florida enters the season as the favorite to win both the SEC and the national title, with pivotal games against top‑ranked rivals on the horizon.
The SEC preseason poll forecasts Georgia as the favorite for a third straight title, with Tennessee slated eighth and four Volunteers earning preseason third‑team honors.
After edge rusher Chaz Coleman was medically disqualified, Tennessee’s coaching staff outlined the path forward, emphasizing player support and the readiness of emerging talent for the upcoming fall camp and season opener.
Dubuque Wahlert erased early deficits and a late surge by Knoxville to win 9-8, advancing to the semifinals on Wednesday at 4:30 p.m.
Auburn head coach Alex Golesh will square off against his former mentor Josh Heupel when the Tigers visit Neyland Stadium on Oct. 3, 2026, a reunion that highlights a shared offensive legacy and the return of several former Volunteers assistants.