Josh Heupel is a Coach ‘You’d Love to Play For’, Says Tennessee Players
Through ten games this season, the Tennessee fanbase has grown to see the strengths of Josh Heupel as a head coach in his first season. But for many of the players, it goes back much further than that. The relationships that Heupel and his staff have brought to the Tennessee program have made an impact […]
Nation’s Second-Ranked Recruit Walter Nolen Announces Commitment
The second-ranked recruit in the nation, five-star defensive lineman Walter Nolen, officially announced his collegiate commitment over the weekend. In August, Nolen announced a top three of Tennessee, Texas A&M, and Georgia. On Saturday afternoon, while on an unofficial visit to College Station, Nolen announced his commitment to Texas A&M through social media. “Honored and […]
Tennessee Defensive Position Group Ranks Third in the Nation
Specifically, against the run in the first three games of the season, the Tennessee defense has been lights out. The Volunteers are holding their opponents to an average of 54 rush yards per game, and no opponent so far has eclipsed 100 rushing yards in a game. One of the biggest reasons behind Tennessee’s success […]
Tennessee’s Defense Looking To Bottle Up Florida’s Elite Rushing Attack
Tennessee’s run defense has been the biggest strength of Josh Heupel’s team three games into the season. The Vols have bottled up opponents rushing attack, ranking second in the SEC by allowing just 54 yards per game. The Vols haven’t been facing quality rushing offenses yet this season. Even the Vols’ main non conference opponent, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Simmons Fall Camp Pushes Him Past Veteran Lineman On Depth Chart
Tennessee defensive tackle Elijah Simmons has had quite the path from Vol football commit to redshirt-sophomore who’s set to make his first collegiate start in two days when the Josh Heupel era gets underway at Neyland Stadium. It’s a path that’s seen Simmons earn only limited reps, playing very little in his freshman season before […]
Where Tennessee’s Assistants Will Coach From On Gamedays
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel and offensive coordinator Alex Golesh haven’t told the media or public who will be calling the Vols’ plays this fall. The two offensive coaches have hinted that they will collaborate with each other but are playing their cards close to the vest entering Thursday’s season opener against Bowling Green. “We’re […]
Tennessee Releases Week One Depth Chart
Tennessee is three days away from kicking off the Josh Heupel era against Bowling Green. Heupel named his week one starting quarterback Monday and released his full depth chart. The Vols’ depth chart was detailed. Whereas in the past depth charts were riddled with “ORs” as Jeremy Pruitt tried to keep opponents off balance. Heupel’s […]