Tennessee vs. UTEP - November 23, 2024

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Teams

Miners logo, Miners 2-9, 1ST 0, 2ND 0, 3RD 0, 4TH 0, TOT 0

Volunteers logo, Volunteers 9-2, 1ST 0, 2ND 28, 3RD 21, 4TH 7, TOT 56

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7:37[3rd & 8 @ UTEP 9] N.Iamaleava pass complete. Catch made by S.White for 9 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

13:22M.Gilbert extra point is good.

13:28[2nd & 6 @ UTEP 14] D.Sampson rushed for 14 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

What's Buzzing

Rookie Watch

The 2023 WR draft class is slowly becoming one of the MOST ELITE in NFL history: Jaxon Smith-Njigba (20th overall): 282 receptions, 3,551 receiving yards, 20 TD’s Quentin Johnston (21st overall): 144 receptions, 1,877 receiving yards, 18 TD’s Zay Flowers (22nd overall): 237

Sportsnet Stats

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Tonight: 3-for-4, Double, HR, 5 RBI Reached 1,200 career hits and recorded 5 RBI in a game for the first time since June 29, 2024. #BlueJays50

Rocky Top Insider

Tennessee football releases hype video that will have you itching for Saturday ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/uK5284vDa6

Tennessee Football

three more days #GBO 🍊

GoVols247

"Great offseason, have had a really good fall camp. Proud of the work that our players and staff have put into it." What Josh Heupel said during the first SEC Teleconference of the season ⬇️ https://t.co/1VkP6Fx5pF

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Tennessee Football Releases Hype Video That Will Have You Itching For Saturday | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football dropped a hype vide on Wednesday night that will leave you even more excited for Saturday's game.

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VFL Joe Milton Stays in Familiar Territory With NFL Practice Squad Signing | Rocky Top InsiderVFL Joe Milton III stays in familiar territory, reportedly signing with the Cowboys practice squad after Dallas waived him on Monday.

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Data-driven Week 1 preview shows where the edge lies on Kalshi for Tennessee vs. Furman | Rocky Top Insider Tennessee Vols vs. Furman Best Bets, Spread & Model EdgeData-driven Week 1 preview shows where the edge lies on Kalshi for Tennessee vs. Furman True freshman Faizon Brandon leads Tennessee against Furman on Sept 5! Get model spread picks, Kalshi exchange contract values, and score projections.

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Jim Knowles Updates Thoughts on His Previous Big Question About Tennessee's Defense | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football defensive coordinator Jim Knowles gave his updated thoughts on what he previously called a question mark.

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How Tennessee Football is Fixing the Sound Issue in Neyland Stadium for the 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderHow Tennessee Football is fixing the sound issues in Neyland Stadium for the 2026 football season and beyond with a new system.

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Multiple ESPN Writers Pick Tennessee to Make the College Football Playoffs This Year | Rocky Top InsiderMultiple writers on ESPN's staff have picked Tennessee to make the College Football Playoffs... But is that a big surprise?

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WATCH: Tennessee Deputy AD Alicia Longworth Talks Neyland Stadium Enhancements for the 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Tennessee deputy AD Alicia Longworth talks about the new changes and improvements to UT's Neyland Stadium before the 2026 season.

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Josh Heupel breaks down Tennessee's WR corps entering 2026Josh Heupel broke down Tennessee's WR room while speaking during Wednesday's SEC teleconference.

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What Josh Heupel Said on SEC Coaches Teleconference Ahead of Tennessee's Season Opener | Rocky Top InsiderTranscript of Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel meeting with the media on the SEC coaches teleconference on Wednesday.

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ESPN Analyst Gives Reasoning Why Tennessee Could Be The Most Likely Big Favorite On Upset Alert | Rocky Top InsiderESPN analyst gives reasoning why Tennessee Football could be the most likely "big favorite" on upset alert against Furman this weekend.

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Bettor Has Massive Six-Figure Potential on Faizon Brandon Heisman Trophy Wager | Rocky Top InsiderA bettor on Kalshi has the potential of a six-figure payout if Tennessee freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon wins the Heisman Trophy this season.

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Picks for Every Week 1 Game 🔮Predicting Oregon-Boise St., Notre Dame-Wisconsin, more 📲

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Opponent QnA: Former Furman Player Turned Analyst Breaks Down Matchup vs. Tennessee | Rocky Top InsiderFormer Furman football player turned analyst Cole Neely helps break down Tennessee's matchup with the Paladins.

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What is a Paladin? The Origins of Furman Football's Nickname and Mascot | Rocky Top InsiderWhat is a Paladin? The Origins of Furman Football's Nickname and Mascot

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Tennessee chancellor says SEC is 'united' on rule banning NFL players from competing in conferenceTennessee chancellor Donde Plowman said that the SEC won't back down from its ban on players who have signed NFL contracts.

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SEC Not Budging on RulePresident of conference's executive committee makes stance clear on NFL players returning to college (ESPN)

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Tennessee vs. Furman odds give Josh Heupel an ideal lab for his Faizon Brandon experimentHere we go. After an offseason that felt like an eternity at points, Josh Heupel and Tennessee are ready for the season-opener this weekend, and countless eyes

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Tennessee Assistant Coach Shares High Praise For Faizon Brandon After Up-Close View This Offseason | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee running backs coach De'Rail Sims explains what has "impressed" him about Faizon Brandon's game throughout the offseason.

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What Furman Football HC Clay Hendrix Said to Preview Tennessee Game | Rocky Top InsiderWhat Furman football head coach Clay Hendrix said to preview the upcoming game against Tennessee in Neyland Stadium.

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Tennessee Rearranges Key Element of Football Jersey With New Sponsorship Patch | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee Football isn't following a common bad trend with its new jersey sponsorship patch, but with one design trade-off.

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WATCH: Tennessee's Jim Knowles and De'Rail Sims Talk Final Preseason Assessments | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Tennessee DC Jim Knowles and RB Coach De'Rail Sims talk final preseason assessments on Tuesday morning in Knoxville.

Vols Signs $120M Patch Deal (ESPN)

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NEWS: Tennessee football has signed a 10-year jersey patch deal with First Horizon Bank, which industry sources tell ESPN will be worth more than $120 million over the life of the deal. The deal also includes various Olympic sports, but is separate from the men’s and women’s

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What Josh Heupel Wants Tennessee Football Fans to Know About Faizon Brandon | Rocky Top InsiderWhat Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel said he wants Vol fans to know about new quarterback Faizon Brandon.

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Tennessee Football Signs Jersey Patch Deal Ahead of 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football has officially added a jersey patch sponsorship ahead of the upcoming 2026 season on their new uniforms.

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What Tennessee Football RB Coach De'Rail Sims Said Ahead of Week One Clash With Furman | Rocky Top InsiderTranscript of Tennessee football running backs coach De'Rail Sims meeting with the media to preview the week one game against Furman.

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What Josh Heupel Said on The Mike Keith Show to Preview Tennessee Football's 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderTranscript of Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel talking on The Mike Keith Show ahead of the game against Furman.

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Braylon Staley details Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon’s work ethic this offseasonThis is who Faizon is.

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What Tennessee Football Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles Said During First Game Week | Rocky Top InsiderTranscript of Tennessee football defensive coordinator Jim Knowles meeting with the media ahead of the opener vs. Furman.

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What Tennessee Football DC Jim Knowles Said About Battling QB Faizon Brandon at Practice | Rocky Top InsiderWhat Tennessee football defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said about what he's seen from quarterback Faizon Brandon.

Tennessee to Honor Dolly 🧡

Tennessee Football

@Vol_Football

For Dolly. 🦋 A commemorative helmet sticker will be worn to honor Dolly Parton for every game this season.

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Dallas Cowboys Make Shocking Move Regarding VFL Joe Milton's NFL Future | Rocky Top InsiderThe Dallas Cowboys have made a shocking move by releasing backup quarterback Joe Milton III on Monday.

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Tennessee Fans Need To Be Tuned To College Football Much Earlier Than Saturday This Week | Rocky Top InsiderWhy Tennessee Football fans need to be tuned into the Week 1 college football slate much earlier than Saturday this week.

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SEC Members Considering Expulsion of Founding Member After Recent Developments | Rocky Top InsiderSEC school executives are reportedly considering harsh measures of punishment to address LSU's recent behavior.

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What you need to know from Josh Heupel’s Monday press conferenceThe news and notes.

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Tennessee's Dolly Parton tribute is the perfect way to keep her a part of Rocky TopThe news still has countless people all over Tennessee rocked. When it was announced that Dolly Parton had passed away, it immediately left a big hole in plenty

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Tennessee unveils commemorative helmet sticker honoring Dolly PartonTennessee will pay tribute to the great Dolly Parton by wearing a helmet sticker to honor the Volunteer State native who recently died.

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WATCH: Tennessee Players Recap Final Preseason Storylines To Kick Off Week One | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Tennessee Football's Mike Matthews, Braylon Staley, and TJ Metcalf preview the Furman game on Saturday.

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Will Tennessee Play Both Faizon Brandon, George MacIntyre on Saturday? What Josh Heupel Said | Rocky Top InsiderWhat Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel said about if he will play both Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre vs. Furman.

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LOOK: Tennessee Football Reveals Dolly Parton Tribute Helmet Sticker for 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderLOOK: Tennessee Football reveals unique Dolly Parton tribute helmet sticker that'll be worn for the entire 2026 football season.

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Josh Heupel Updates Injury Status of Ethan Davis to Begin Tennessee Football's First Game Week | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football head coach Josh Heupel updated the injury status of starting tight end Ethan Davis on Monday.

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Josh Heupel Explains Philosophy of Why He Still Has a Hand in Play Calling for Tennessee Football | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football head coach Josh Heupel shared why he still wants to be a part of the play calling process for the Vols' offense.

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What Tennessee Football HC Josh Heupel Said to Begin Furman Game Week | Rocky Top InsiderTranscript of Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel meeting with the media on Monday to begin Furman game week.

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Vols' Dolly Helmet Sticker 🦋Tennessee football to honor country music legend every game this season 📸

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Who Is Announcing Tennessee Football vs. Furman? Broadcast Details For The Vols' Opener | Rocky Top InsiderA look at who the broadcasters are for Tennessee football's season opening game at home against Furman on Saturday.

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Will Levis reacts to being cut by Tennessee TitansThe 2023 second-round draft pick (No. 33 overall) appeared in 21 games for the Titans, posting a 5-16 record.

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Joey Aguilar's tough NFL setback isn't enough to keep the former Tennessee star downThroughout the summer, former Tennessee Vols quarterback Joey Aguilar did everything he could to turn heads to battle for a roster spot in Jacksonville. At the

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WATCH: Tennessee Football Drops Awesome Hype Videos on the First Week of the Season | Rocky Top InsiderCheck out some of the impressive hype videos that Tennessee Football has dropped to build the excitement for the season-opener this weekend.

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New York Reportedly Comes To Decision About Jalin Hyatt's Future with the Giants | Rocky Top InsiderThe New York Giants are reportedly waiving former Tennessee Volunteers standout Jalin Hyatt after three seasons in the Big Apple.

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Tennessee Titans to release Will Levis, per reportsFollowing a rocky tenure with the team that drafted him, Will Levis has been released by the Titans and is looking for a fresh start.

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Former Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar Gets News of NFL Future After Preseason With Jaguars | Rocky Top InsiderFormer Tennessee football quarterback Joey Aguilar was waived by the Jacksonville Jaguars, but it isn't necessarily a negative.

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"I Don't Seek the Worldly Views": Tennessee's Star Running Back Isn't Concerned With Watch Lists | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football star running back DeSean Bishop is not concerned about being left off watch lists ahead of 2026.

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Where Tennessee is ranked in ESPN’s Football Power Index after week 0Where things stand.

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This Tennessee Football Defensive Lineman is 'Dominating' Practice According to an Offensive Lineman | Rocky Top InsiderA Tennessee football defensive lineman is leaving his mark according to his teammates and coaches at practice.

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Ever profited off hating LSU and Alabama football? This strategy is now legal in TNWatching Alabama and LSU stumble is a time-honored tradition. With prediction markets exploding across Tennessee in 2026, it's also a tradable asset.

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Former Tennessee Football Quarterback Explains How Josh Heupel Can Help Faizon Brandon in Year One | Rocky Top InsiderFormer Tennessee football quarterback Jarrett Guarantano gave his perspective on how Faizon Brandon can be set up for success.

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Predicting Tennessee's offensive stat leaders with 2026 season here for Josh HeupelThe countdown to the season-opener getting here for Josh Heupel and Tennessee keeps shrinking, as Furman is headed to Knoxville on Sept. 5. Faizon Brandon has b

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I Simulated Tennessee's 2026 Season Five Times on College Football 27 With Faizon Brandon at QB | Rocky Top InsiderThe results of simulating Tennessee football's 2026 season five times on the College Football 27 video game with Faizon Brandon at QB.

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'Maybe I'm Getting Pulled In A Little Bit': CFB Host Amends Early Offseason Take About Tennessee Football's 2026 Outlook | Rocky Top InsiderCollege football host Josh Pate starts to amend his early offseason take about Tennessee Football's 2026 outlook in new season preview.

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Full List of Tennessee Football's Preseason Awards Ahead of 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderA look at the preseason awards that each Tennessee football player earned a week out from the 2026 season.

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How David Gabriel Georges Performed in Week 2 High School Game | Rocky Top InsiderSee how elite Tennessee Football commit David Gabriel Georges performed in Week 2 action after a dominant 250-yard showing during Week 1.

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Josh Heupel Attends Local High School Football Game, Checks in on 2027 Commit | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee HC Josh Heupel took in some local high school football action on Friday night as he saw one of his 2027 commits make a nice play.

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SEC Football Program Now Claiming National Title From 66 Years Ago | Rocky Top InsiderAn SEC football program has now decided that it is going to claim a national championship from 66 years ago.

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Two Former Tennessee Football Quarterbacks Headline Final Day of 2026 NFL Preseason Action | Rocky Top InsiderA pair of former Tennessee football quarterbacks are the top billing for the final night of 2026 NFL preseason games.

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Middle Tennessee unveils jersey patch honoring late Dolly PartonMiddle Tennessee will honor Dolly Parton with a special jersey patch. The legendary country music singer from Tennessee passed on Tuesday.

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Tennessee Quarterback Commit Works Out With VFL Jarrett Guarantano | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee 2027 quarterback commit Derrick Baker recently worked out with VFL QB Jarrett Guarantano while repping some UT gear.

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Tennessee Football Announces Six Sold Out Home Games, One Remains With Limited Tickets Available | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee Football announces six sold out home games this fall, with only one game left with limited tickets ahead of the season.

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Four key questions for Tennessee entering the seasonSome burning questions we’ve got entering the season.

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Faizon Brandon Tabbed With Another High Honor Ahead of 2026 Season as Tennessee's Starting QB | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football starting quarterback Faizon Brandon has been tabbed to yet another premier preseason list.

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Tennessee announces upgrades to fan experience at Neyland StadiumThe Volunteers installed a new sound system and a championship celebration area to Neyland Stadium this offseason.

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New Statues, Sound System Headline 2026 Neyland Stadium Updates | Rocky Top InsiderA look at what will be different at historic Neyland Stadium when Tennessee football takes the field in the 2026 season.

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Tennessee Set to Host Nation's No. 2 Recruit For One of Neyland Stadium's Rowdiest Games This Season | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee Football is set to host Kellan Hall, the nation's No. 2 prospect, for one of Neyland Stadium's rowdiest games this fall.

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Where Faizon Brandon Sits in CBS's 2026 Preseason SEC Quarterback Rankings | Rocky Top InsiderWhere Faizon Brandon Sits in CBS's 2026 Preseason SEC Quarterback Rankings

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Judge Puts SEC's New Eligibility Rule on HoldTexas judge pauses rule that bars players from returning from pros (AP)

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Phillip Fulmer Details Key for Faizon Brandon to Have a Successful Year With Tennessee Football | Rocky Top InsiderFormer Tennessee football head coach Phillip Fulmer noted a key for the Vols to set up Faizon Brandon for success.

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The Joe Milton Show Continues to Headline Former Tennessee Football Stars in Friday NFL Preseason Action | Rocky Top InsiderA look at the former Tennessee football stars who will be in action during Friday's NFL preseason slate of games.

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CFB's Best Offensive Duos 🤩Dynamic pairings from Oregon, Texas, Michigan and more 📲

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Tennessee Football's Opening Opponent Takes Home Week Zero Victory on Thursday Night | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee Football's Week 1 opponent, Furman, picked up a 20-3 win over Anderson to kick off the 2026 season on Thursday night.

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ESPN Snubbed Tennessee From Having Any Breakout Candidates... So I Named A Few of My Own | Rocky Top InsiderESPN snubbed Tennessee Football from having any breakout candidates this season, so here's a few from the UT side of things.

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Tennessee Football Reportedly Battling VFL Jason Witten For Four-Star Tight End | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee Football is reportedly battling against VFL Jason Witten for a blue-chip prospect from Oklahoma in the 2028 recruiting class.

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Former Tennessee Football Star Wide Receiver Released by NFL Team | Rocky Top InsiderFormer Tennessee football star wide receiver Cedric Tillman was released by the Cleveland Browns on Thursday.

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Browns Cutting Cedric TillmanWR was a third-round pick in 2023 (Schefter)

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How to Watch Tennessee Football's Opening Opponent Kick Off the Season on Thursday Night | Rocky Top InsiderHow to Watch Tennessee Football's Opening Opponent Kick Off the Season on Thursday Night

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How Faizon Brandon, TK Keys, Tennessee Freshmen are Rated in College Football 27 Video Game | Rocky Top InsiderA look at how Tennessee football freshmen, including Faizon Brandon and TK Keys, are rated in the College Football 27 video game.

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Which Former Tennessee Football Stars Are in NFL Preseason Action on Thursday | Rocky Top InsiderA look at which former Tennessee football players are going to be rostered for NFL preseason games on Thursday night.

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Tennessee CFB Playoff Semifinals Polymarket Odds: 7% and Tied With Clemson after Faizon Brandon named starter | Rocky Top Insider Tennessee CFB Playoff Semifinals Polymarket OddsTennessee CFB Playoff Semifinals Polymarket Odds: 7% and Tied With Clemson after Faizon Brandon named starter Tennessee's CFB Playoff semifinals Polymarket odds hold at 7% as of August 26, 2026 — unmoved by the Faizon Brandon QB news. Promo code ROCKY.

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Tennessee Recruiting Target Shows Off Insane Wheels in Monster Touchdown Play | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Tennessee recruiting target Maximus Curry shows off his insane wheels during an 80-yard touchdown this past weekend.

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Tennessee's 5-star push for an Ohio State commit also feels like trouble for Mario CristobalThere's a recruiting triangle going on so to speak, and 5-star Ohio State commit DJ Jacobs is the focus of things. While some Tennessee fans may not be overly f

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Faizon Brandon Tabbed to Premier Watch List Ahead of First Season With Tennessee Football | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football starting quarterback Faizon Brandon was placed on a premier watch list ahead of the season.

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LSU Didn't Vote on Penalties 😬School 'abstained' from voting on punishments for teams that sign NFL players (ESPN)

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Faizon Brandon's humble message after winning QB1 job is exactly what Tennessee needsThe green light arrived, and Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon is set to run the show for the Vols offense this season. Things weren't easy for Brandon, who

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Tennessee votes to prevent professional players from returning to college athleticsYour best source for quality Tennessee Volunteers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Arch Manning shouts out Tennessee commit David Gabriel Georges: 'He looks yoked'Arch Manning gave Tennessee commit David Gabriel Georges a shoutout on Wednesday.

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Nice try, NCAA: Arion Carter's reduced suspension isn't good enoughThe NCAA should do the right thing and drop Arion Carter's suspension altogether after multiple reductions in recent weeks.

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2026 Tennessee Season Preview: Analyzing each game on the scheduleCan the Volunteers go over their projected win total?

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ESPN Ranks Tennessee Running Back As One Of 100 Best Players In College Football | Rocky Top InsiderESPN ranks Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop as one of the 100 best players in college football entering the 2026 season.

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Where Faizon Brandon Ranks In Preseason SEC Quarterback Power Rankings | Rocky Top InsiderWhere Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon lands in Brooks Austin's preseason SEC quarterback power rankings.

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SEC to Ban Pro AthletesConference follows Big Ten blocking NFL players and adds on NBA, WNBA. Penalties here 📲

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Read The Letter Dolly Parton Wrote John Ward For His Retirement | Rocky Top InsiderRead the letter that Dolly Parton wrote John Ward for his retirement as the Voice of the Vols in October 1998.

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Tennessee Lands Star on ESPN's Top 100 College Football Players of 2026 List | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football has a representative on ESPN's top 100 players of 2026 college football ahead of the regular season.

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College Football Insider Makes Strong Statement About Tennessee and Alabama's New Starting Quarterbacks | Rocky Top InsiderCollege Football insider Chip Patterson says that Tennessee's Faizon Brandon is set up better than Alabama's Keelon Russell.

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David Gabriel Georges Caught the Eye of Arch Manning When the Texas QB Watched His Cousin | Rocky Top InsiderDavid Gabriel Georges Caught the Eye of Arch Manning When the Texas QB Watched His Cousin

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David Gabriel Georges Earns Obvious Honor In Final High School Season Before Joining Tennessee | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football five-star running back commit David Gabriel Georges earned an honor that was an obvious choice.

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Can Tennessee Pull Off Another Big Recruiting Heist? Insider Says That Five-Star Ohio State Commit Has Not 'Shut The Door' on Other Programs | Rocky Top InsiderCan Tennessee pull off another major recruiting heist, this time for five-star Ohio State commit DJ Jacobs?

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Former Tennessee Football Quarterback Wins Starting Job at New School | Rocky Top InsiderA former Tennessee football quarterback under Josh Heupel has been named the starter at his new school on Wednesday.

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Sports World Honors Dolly Parton 🕊️Leagues and teams take to social media to show love to country music legend who died at 80 📲

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Faizon Brandon Worked to Win Tennessee's Job... Now He's Working To Keep It | Rocky Top InsiderTrue freshman Faizon Brandon worked hard to win Tennessee's starting QB job... Now he's working to keep it each week.

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Opposing SEC Coach Made a Strong Statement on Tennessee Starting Quarterback Faizon Brandon | Rocky Top InsiderAn opposing coach in the SEC told a college football insider that Faizon Brandon is the top quarterback in the class.

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Former Tennessee Running Back Suffers Season-Ending Injury | Rocky Top InsiderFormer Tennessee running back Ty Chandler suffered a season-ending injury in the NFL preseason with the New Orleans Saints.

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NCAA reduces suspension for Tennessee LB Arion CarterTennessee linebacker Arion Carter's suspension has been reduced.

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How Arion Carter's Reduced Suspension Could Impact Tennessee Football's Entire Season | Rocky Top InsiderA look at how the reduced suspension of Arion Carter could be a big factor in how the 2026 season unfolds.

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What Faizon Brandon's Teammates Said About Him Being Named Tennessee's Starting Quarterback | Rocky Top InsiderTranscripts of what Faizon Brandon's teammates said about him being named the Vols' starting quarterback in 2026.

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Arion Carter's suspension being reduced feels like a slap in the face to TennesseeForgive us for being too angry with the NCAA, but you know what, they deserve it. Tennessee fans have been irate for a little while, as stud linebacker Arion Ca

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BREAKING: NCAA Reduces Tennessee Linebacker Arion Carter's Suspension | Rocky Top InsiderThe NCAA has reduced the suspension for Tennessee football starting linebacker Arion Carter from two games to one game.

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🚨Vols LB's Suspension ReducedNCAA says Arion Carter will only be out one game making him eligible for Week 2 vs. Georgia Tech

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WATCH: Tennessee Quarterback Faizon Brandon Talks Starting Nod With the Vols | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon speaks with the media after being named the Vols' starting quarterback earlier this week.

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What Faizon Brandon Said After Being Named Tennessee Football's Starting Quarterback | Rocky Top InsiderTranscript of Tennessee football quarterback Faizon Brandon meeting with the media after being named the Vols' starter.

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Faizon Brandon Earns Massive Honor After Landing Starting Quarterback Nod for Tennessee Football | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football starting quarterback Faizon Brandon was named UT's QB1 and is already reeling in high honors.

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Tennessee fans must avoid the same Nico Iamaleava mistake with Faizon BrandonNow that the official decision has been made by Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel, it's time for fans everywhere to get behind Faizon Brandon and rally around hi

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Bowl Projections: Tennessee Football Tabbed For Very Familiar Postseason Location | Rocky Top InsiderESPN's opening round of preseason bowl projections has Tennessee Football landing in a familiar in-state spot.

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Vanderbilt Football Names Surprising Starting Quarterback To Begin 2026 Season | Rocky Top InsiderVanderbilt football named veteran Blaze Berlowitz its starting quarterback to begin the 2026 season over Jared Curtis.

Bleacher Report•1w

Hot Takes That Could Define Season 🌶️Calling our shots on the SEC's playoff fate, the natty winner, more 📲

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Alex Golesh explains why Auburn is 'lightyears' ahead of his Year 1 at Tennessee, USFAlex Golesh has been in his first year in other positions, and he believes that Auburn is in a prime position to have a great year.

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4 Tennessee studs who will give Faizon Brandon major relief in Year 1 as the starterThings had been pointing in this direction for a little while. In the news that countless Tennessee fans were waiting for, Faizon Brandon has been named the sta

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Josh Heupel explains why he named Faizon Brandon QB1: 'He's earned the right'Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel explained Monday why the Vols are rolling with Faizon Brandon as the starter against Furman.

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Tennessee Football Rival Reportedly Targeting Ex-NFL Running Back To Add To Roster | Rocky Top InsiderOne of Tennessee Football's top rivals is reportedly targeting an ex-NFL running back who played for the Seattle Seahawks this preseason.

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Tennessee CFB Playoff Top 4 Seeds Polymarket Odds: 10% and 17 Points Off the Fourth Spot | Rocky Top Insider Tennessee CFB Playoff Top 4 Seeds Odds: Live Polymarket DataTennessee CFB Playoff Top 4 Seeds Polymarket Odds: 10% and 17 Points Off the Fourth Spot Tennessee's CFB Playoff Top 4 Seeds Polymarket odds sit at 10% implied as of August 21, 2026. Full board, live tracker, promo code ROCKY.

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Florida Football Names Starting Quarterback For 2026, Former Transfer Player | Rocky Top InsiderFlorida Football has named Georgia Tech transfer Aaron Philo as its starting quarterback for the 2026 football season.

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Tennessee Football Defender Compares Faizon Brandon to a Heisman Winner, Multi-Time NFL MVP | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football edge rusher Jordan Norman said Faizon Brandon moves like one of the best recent quarterbacks in the sport.

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The Great News About How Tennessee Football's Quarterback Battle Unfolded | Rocky Top InsiderThe way Tennessee football's quarterback battle was decided is great news for the Vols and the future of the position.

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Preseason bowl projections for Tennessee Volunteers entering 2026 seasonYour best source for quality Tennessee Volunteers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Josh Heupel Makes Eye-Opening Statement About Tennessee Football Position Group | Rocky Top InsiderJosh Heupel makes an eye-opening statement about the Tennessee football running backs room ahead of the 2026 season.

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Why Josh Heupel Said He Named Faizon Brandon as Tennessee Football's Starting Quarterback | Rocky Top InsiderWhat Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel said about naming Faizon Brandon as the Vols' starting quarterback.

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Everything Tennessee HC Josh Heupel Said About Faizon Brandon, Opening Mock Week | Rocky Top InsiderSee everything Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel said after naming Faizon Brandon quarterback, beginning mock game week.

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WATCH: Tennessee HC Josh Heupel Explains Decision to Name Faizon Brandon the Starting Quarterback | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Tennessee HC Josh Heupel speaks to the media on Monday, talks Faizon Brandon starting nod and scrimmage takeaways.

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Josh Heupel Updates Thoughts on Arion Carter's Suspension After Recent Developments | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football head coach Josh Heupel gave his thoughts on the suspension of Arion Carter after recent developments.

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George MacIntyre has no choice but to leave Tennessee soon, and fans can’t blame himThis is the rough part of college football and quarterback battles. In case you somehow missed it, Josh Heupel has named Faizon Brandon his starting signal-call

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Tennessee names Faizon Brandon starting quarterbackThe decision has been made.

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Tennessee names Faizon Brandon starting quarterback, per reportTennessee is reportedly going with 5-star freshman Faizon Brandon as the team's starting quarterback. He was competing with George MacIntyre.

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Faizon Brandon Joins Rare Air Of Tennessee Football Freshmen Quarterbacks | Rocky Top InsiderFaizon Brandon joins rare air of Tennessee football freshmen quarterbacks who started games for the Vols behind center.

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Faizon Brandon's Journey: From High School Champion to Tennessee's Freshman Starting Quarterback | Rocky Top InsiderHow Faizon Brandon went from being a five-star quarterback and a two-time state champion to Tennessee's starting QB as a true freshman.

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WATCH: Tennessee QB Faizon Brandon Fall Camp Highlights | Rocky Top InsiderCheck out some of the fall camp highlights from Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon after the big news on Monday morning.

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WATCH: RTI Reacts to Faizon Brandon's Starting Quarterback News | Rocky Top InsiderWatch as Rocky Top Insider's Ryan Sylvia and Ric Butler react to the Faizon Brandon starting quarterback news on Sunday night.

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Josh Heupel made the Faizon Brandon QB1 decision he absolutely had toIt really felt like it was only a matter of time before this news broke. That's right, with the showdown for Tennessee and Josh Heupel coming on Sept. 5, it was

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BREAKING: Tennessee Football Names Starting Quarterback | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee football head coach Josh Heupel has made up his mind on who the starting quarterback will be in 2026.

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Tennessee Football's Opening Opponent Begins Its 2026 Season This Week in Week Zero Action | Rocky Top InsiderTennessee Football's Week 1 opponent, Furman, is getting its season kicked off early with a season-opening game this Thursday on ESPN+.

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One of Tennessee's SEC Opponents Just Named Its New Starting Quarterback With Big Shoes to Fill | Rocky Top InsiderOne of Tennessee's SEC opponents, Arkansas, has named junior KJ Jackson as its starting quarterback for the 2026 season.

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🚨Vols Name True Freshman QB15-star recruit Faizon Brandon beats out George MacIntyre for job (ESPN)

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How Josh Heupel's Past Teams Performed Under True Freshmen Quarterbacks at UCF, Tennessee | Rocky Top InsiderA look at how Josh Heupel's team last fared with a true freshman starting quarterback after naming Faizon Brandon for Tennessee.

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College Football Insider Offers Unfiltered Thoughts on Who is Leading Tennessee's Quarterback Battle | Rocky Top InsiderCollege football insider Chris Low gave his thoughts on what the Tennessee quarterback battle looks like on Sunday.