Tennessee Players Preparing for “Hostile” Environment in The Swamp
The most noticeable change in college football from 2020 to 2021 has been the reemergence of fans in the stadiums. Yes, this is true for all sports. But there’s something different about a chaotic college football stadium. Especially when it’s in primetime and against a divisional rival. As Tennessee defensive lineman Ja’Quain Blakely said on […]
WATCH: Tennessee Football Hits the Practice Field Before Florida
After three straight weeks of home-cooking in Knoxville to begin the season, Tennessee will hit the road for the first time in the Josh Heupel era this weekend. The Volunteers will begin their SEC schedule with a trip to take on Florida, under the lights, in The Swamp. But the Tennessee Volunteers aren’t jumping ahead […]
WATCH: Rodney Garner Meets With Media Tuesday
Tennessee defensive line coach Rodney Garner met with the local media Tuesday ahead of the Vols’ SEC opener at Florida. Garner discussed Florida’s highly touted offense and how SEC games are different than non conference clashes. The longtime SEC defensive line coach went into detail about how his unit has been able to be successful […]
Tennessee Announces Uniforms For Tennessee Tech Game
Tennessee football will wear its classic orange jerseys and white pants in Saturday’s matchup with Tennessee Tech, the team announced on its Twitter Thursday. T R A D I T I O N . Saturday's uni combination.#DICKSHouseofSportKNX pic.twitter.com/HlWboqH9a8 — Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) September 16, 2021 The Vols are 1-0 in their classic home jerseys this […]
RTI Podcast Week 3: QB Questions and Season Debuts Ahead of Week Three
The Rocky Top Insider Podcast is back for week three as Ric Butler and Ryan Schumpert are getting you ready for week three. The Volunteers are looking to redeem themselves after a loss to Pittsburgh. Meanwhile, the visiting Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles are looking for their first win of the season. Tennessee will have defensive […]
Everything Josh Heupel Said During SEC Coaches Teleconference
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel was on Wednesday’s SEC Coaches Teleconference where he discussed his quarterback situation, provided injury updates and more. Here’s everything the first year head coach said. Heupel opening statement: I’m excited about what our guys have done here this week since getting back in the building. I said it after the ball […]
RTI Mailbag: Quarterback Controversy Returns To Tennessee
Tennessee is looking to rebound from the first loss of the Josh Heupel era Saturday against a bad Tennessee Tech team. There’s another quarterback controversy brewing in Knoxville after Hendon Hooker replaced an injured Joe Milton in the second quarter against Pitt. The RTI team tackles your questions on the quarterbacks and more in this […]
Tennessee Football Week 3 Practice Highlights
The Tennessee Volunteers (1-1) hit the practice field on Tuesday morning to prepare to host Tennessee Tech on Saturday. The video footage from Tuesday, courtesy of Tennessee Athletics, highlights some key Volunteers. The video shows Tennessee defensive lineman Matthew Butler going through drills and defensive end Byron Young. Young will make his season debut this […]
Key Tennessee Defender Set To Debut After Eligibility Troubles
The Tennessee football team’s defense will receive a significant addition for week three against Tennessee Tech. Transfer defensive end Byron Young will make his Tennessee debut after missing the first two weeks with eligibility troubles. Tennessee’s defensive line has been one of the bright spots through two games in the season. However, it is also […]
Everything Josh Heupel Said During Wednesday’s SEC Coaches Teleconference
Josh Heupel and the rest of the SEC head football coaches talked to the media Wednesday during the SEC’s weekly coaches teleconference. Here’s everything the Vols’ first year head coach had to say ahead of the Pitt game. Question: How important is time of possession in Heupel’s offense Heupel: “I think the biggest thing is controlling […]