Jeremy Pruitt releases statement through attorney following firing
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Fired Tennessee football coach Jeremy Pruitt released a statement through his attorney on Monday evening.
WATCH: Tennessee fires Jeremy Pruitt, Phillip Fulmer to retire
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The University of Tennessee held a press conference on Monday afternoon to discuss the change in leadership with the football program.
RTI Podcast: Jeremy Pruitt fired, Phillip Fulmer to retire
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We react to Tennessee firing Jeremy Pruitt and Phillip Fulmer announcing he will retire on the latest Rocky Top Insider Podcast.
REPORT: Phillip Fulmer to retire in wake of Jeremy Pruitt firing
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Tennessee AD Phillip Fulmer will reportedly retire in the wake of Jeremy Pruitt being fired.
REPORT: Tennessee fires Jeremy Pruitt after three seasons
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Tennessee has fired head football coach Jeremy Pruitt after three seasons in charge of the program.