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Sam McKeown, rated the nation's second-best long snapper, announced his commitment to the Tennessee Volunteers, citing personal connections and a promise to support the fanbase.
Six‑foot‑four long snapper Sam McKeown chose the Volunteers over his home‑state Sooners, citing the influence of Coach Josh Heupel and coordinator Evan Crabtree. His pledge reflects a broader trend of awarding scholarships to specialists as the SEC expands its scholarship limit.
Sam McKeown, a top-ranked long snapper from Jenks, Oklahoma, announced his commitment to the University of Tennessee, a decision that aligns with the SEC's new 105‑player scholarship model. His pledge marks the ninth verbal commitment in Tennessee's 2027 recruiting class and highlights a broader trend reshaping how college programs evaluate specialists.