Heupel Calls for Fan Fire as Vols Face Powerhouse Schedule
Coach Josh Heupel outlines a challenging preseason schedule and urges fan engagement to overcome home‑field setbacks.
Aug 18, 2026
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Tennessee Volunteers Rank No. 20 in AP Preseason Top 25
Tennessee climbs to No. 20 in the AP preseason poll, joining nine SEC teams in the top tier, with Coach Josh Heupel’s squad poised for a pivotal season opener against Furman and a home clash with the fifth‑ranked Longhorns.
Aug 17, 2026
SEC 2026 Football Outlook: Texas Leads the Pack as Predictions Unfold
The 2026 SEC season promises a nine‑game schedule, high‑profile transfers, and a handful of programs poised to reshape the conference’s long‑standing national championship drought.
Aug 17, 2026
Tennessee’s Emerging Receiving Threat: Freshman Tyreek King Praised by Coach Heupel
Coach Josh Heupel lauds freshman wide receiver Tyreek King as a dynamic playmaker, drawing parallels to Miami’s national‑championship standout Malachi Toney, while noting the Vols’ deep and experienced receiving corps.
Aug 17, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers Sharpen Line Play Ahead of 2026 Season
A recent scrimmage highlighted the Volunteers' focus on improving both sides of the line of scrimmage, setting the stage for competition in Knoxville.
Aug 17, 2026
Tennessee’s 2026 Football Squad Bolsters Offensive Firepower
The Volunteers' offense returns eight starters and adds high‑profile talent, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 campaign.
Aug 17, 2026
Vols Shine in Unexpanded Pre‑Season Scrimmage at Neyland Stadium
An unofficial preseason scrimmage at Neyland Stadium showcased a balanced Tennessee offense and a defense emphasizing tackling and turnovers, with Coach Josh Heupel praising the squad's progress.
Aug 17, 2026
Chaz Coleman’s Uncertain Future After Medical Disqualification from Tennessee
After a medical disqualification halted his Tennessee debut, Chaz Coleman is training on his own, leaving fans and coaches to wonder whether he will ever return to the field.
Aug 12, 2026
SEC Coaches Ranked for 2026: Who’s in the Elite Tier?
The Southeastern Conference enters the 2026 college football season with a depth of leadership that has sparked a fresh round of rankings, grouping its head coaches into four distinct tiers based on recent triumphs and future promise.
Aug 12, 2026
Josh Heupel’s Volunteers on the Cusp of a Breakthrough
Josh Heupel’s tenure at Tennessee has turned a struggling program into a playoff contender, with staff changes, a promising recruiting class and a defense poised for resurgence.
Aug 12, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers Prepare for 2026 Season with New Faces and Defensive Shift
The Volunteers open against Furman on Sept. 5 as they look to rebound from a subpar 2025 campaign, with a quarterback battle and a new defensive scheme driving optimism.
Aug 11, 2026
Tennessee’s Quarterback Recruiting Rollercoaster
From five‑star arrivals to emerging four‑star pledges, the Volunteers' quarterback room reflects both promise and volatility.
Aug 11, 2026
Brian Kelly Foresees a 10‑2 LSU Season with Key Victory Over Tennessee
Brian Kelly predicts a 10‑2 record for LSU in 2026, highlighting a win over Tennessee and two expected defeats.
Aug 10, 2026
Xavier Gilliam Joins Tennessee Defensive Line Under Jim Knowles
Xavier Gilliam, a defensive lineman who transferred from Penn State to Tennessee, is poised to strengthen the Volunteers' interior defense under coach Jim Knowles.
Aug 10, 2026
Auburn and Tennessee gear up for long‑awaited SEC showdown
Auburn will travel to Knoxville for a pivotal Week 5 clash with Tennessee, a game that pits first‑year coach Alex Golesh against his former offensive mastermind Josh Heupel, while the Volunteers boast a high‑powered offense and a defense bolstered by veteran coordinator Jim Knowles.
Aug 10, 2026
Canadian Talent Fuels Tennessee Volunteers’ Rising Pipeline
Tennessee Volunteers have quietly become a magnet for elite Canadian football talent, with four commitments already secured for the 2026 recruiting class and expectations of additional arrivals in the coming years.
Aug 9, 2026
Tennessee Secures Five New Nonconference Opponents Through 2031
The Volunteers have locked in a slate of nonconference matchups through the next decade, featuring guaranteed payments to FCS rivals and a strategic response to the SEC’s nine‑game conference model.
Aug 7, 2026
Freshman Tyreek King Sparks Early Optimism at Tennessee Volunteers
During the Volunteers' first fall practice, incoming freshman wide receiver Tyreek King impressed coaches with his athleticism, catching ability and rapid assimilation of the offense, positioning him for a significant role in the 2024 season.
Aug 6, 2026
Tyreek King’s Late Arrival Doesn’t Halt Tennessee’s Slot Threat
Despite joining the Volunteers after graduation, Tyreek King has quickly adapted to Tennessee’s offense, bringing explosive playmaking to the slot and punt return unit.
Aug 5, 2026
TK Keys Eyes Immediate Impact for Tennessee Volunteers
Five-star recruit TK Keys, limited in preseason due to a precautionary protocol, aims to translate his high‑school pedigree into collegiate production while managing a soft‑tissue issue and competing for a starting spot.
Aug 5, 2026
Josh Heupel Slams NCAA’s Two‑Game Suspension of Arion Carter
Coach Josh Heupel publicly criticized the NCAA’s two‑game suspension of linebacker Arion Carter, calling the penalty outdated amid changing NIL rules, while teammates rallied to support the player’s character and leadership.
Aug 5, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers Bolster Secondary with Transfer Portal Additions Ahead of 2025 Season
The Volunteers are adding three seasoned starters through the transfer portal while relying on returning veterans, setting the stage for a strategic overhaul of their secondary.
Aug 5, 2026
Josh Heupel’s Bold Overhaul Sets Tennessee Up for a 2026 Playoff Run
Tennessee’s sixth‑year head coach Josh Heupel has reshaped both sides of the ball, hiring Jim Knowles and tailoring the offense for new quarterbacks as the Volunteers aim for a 2026 playoff berth.
Aug 4, 2026
Heupel Slams NCAA’s Outdated Ruling on Carter’s Suspension
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel criticizes the NCAA's two‑game suspension of linebacker Arion Carter, calling the penalty anachronistic and urging reform in light of evolving college football compensation rules.
Aug 4, 2026