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A three‑star recruit from Brentwood High School is one of six finalists, with Tennessee emphasizing the retention of top in‑state players.

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.

The Volunteers added a five-star prospect from Jenks, Oklahoma, to their 2027 recruiting haul, a move that reshapes their outlook on the SEC and national stage.

Sam McKeown, a five‑star long snapper from the 2027 class, announced his commitment to the University of Tennessee on Wednesday. Rated third nationally at his position by Kohl’s Kicking, he brings a blend of size, speed and precision that coaches say could immediately upgrade the Vols’ special‑teams unit.

Sam McKeown, ranked No. 2 among long snappers, pledged to the University of Tennessee, citing elite athleticism and a rapid 0.66-second snap time.