
Former Vols Make Their Mark in NFL Preseason
A look at the former Tennessee Volunteers making noise in NFL preseason, from Josh Dobbs’ backup role to the Titans’ star‑laden showdown with the 49ers.
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A look at the former Tennessee Volunteers making noise in NFL preseason, from Josh Dobbs’ backup role to the Titans’ star‑laden showdown with the 49ers.

Tennessee Volunteers cornerback Ty Redmond missed early fall camp due to illness, prompting the team to adjust its defensive lineup while preseason accolades and a Nagurski Trophy watchlist highlight his rising profile.

The Volunteers have unveiled new numbers for the 2026 season, with ten athletes changing digits. The author highlights three swaps that feel like a perfect fit and three that miss the mark, weaving personal taste with the program’s numeric legacy.

Football’s video‑assistant review system has become a cautionary tale for the NFL, which must learn from its sluggish, over‑technical approach before its own replay mechanisms erode the sport’s rhythm.

Texas A&M's 2026 roster features a cluster of marquee transfers, including Isaiah Horton, Wilkin Formby, Tyree Adams, Rickey Gibson III, and Anto Saka, who are expected to reshape the team's performance after a lackluster playoff showing.

The Volunteers' secondary for the upcoming season combines seasoned returnees with high‑profile transfers, setting the stage for a competitive battle for starting spots.

Tennessee football is pinning its hopes for a rebound on a trio of transfer standouts — defensive tackle Xavier Gilliam, linebacker Jordan Norman and cornerback Kayin Lee — who arrived after a sweeping staff change.

The 2026 Alabama vs. Tennessee game promises a clash of contrasting strengths, from Tennessee's high‑scoring offense to a defense seeking a turnaround under new leadership.

The Las Vegas Raiders finished the 2025 campaign with a 3‑14 record, a stark contrast to the expectations that surrounded the franchise after its relocation. A negative 191 point differential underscored a defense that struggled to contain opponents and an offense that could not find rhythm.

After a lackluster 2025 season, the Volunteers fired defensive coordinator Tim Banks and hired Jim Knowles, while four fresh faces cracked ESPN's top 100 newcomers list. Key players such as Xavier Gilliam, Faizon Brandon, Chaz Coleman and Kayin Lee are expected to shape the unit's rebound.

The Volunteers have bolstered their roster with veteran coordinator Jim Knowles and four ESPN Top 100 newcomers, including defensive tackle Xavier Gilliam, as they look to turn the page and compete in the upcoming season.

The 2026 NFL Draft saw five Tennessee Volunteers players selected, including four defensive players and one offensive prospect. Their minicamp jersey numbers have been revealed, and the upcoming schedule promises international appearances and a homecoming game for one player.