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Vols Ranked #18 in Preseason AP Poll
Tennessee basketball is set to open the season as a top-25 team, as the Vols came in ranked No. 18 in the Preseason AP Top 25, which was released Monday.
Candace Parker, LVFLs Celebrate 2021 WNBA Title
A trio of former Lady Vols are celebrating a 2021 WNBA title. Players Candace Parker and Diamond DeShields and assistant coach Tonya Edwards contributed to the No. 6 seed Chicago Sky’s
WATCH: Butler on Bama QB “Never know what he could bring out this week. He’s obviously a talented player. He obviously has all the tools.”
Tennessee defensive lineman Matthew Butler talked to the media about Saturday’s loss to Ole Miss and look ahead to Alabama this week.
WATCH: Carvin on sacks allowed “A lot of it is just M.As. A lot of it is just scheme schematics. Definitely has to get fixed and it will.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Jerome Carvin talked to the media about Saturday’s loss to Ole Miss and look ahead to Alabama this week.
WATCH: Heupel on OM game “Our guys competed extremely hard. Had to play smarter to finish on the right side of that.”
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media Monday looking back on the Ole Miss game and ahead to Saturday’s road SEC game at Alabama.
Story/Stats/Quotes: No. 13/14 Ole Miss Survives Vols’ Upset Bid, 31-26
Tennessee pushed No. 13/14 Ole Miss to the brink, coming up just short on a last-gasp drive and falling, 31-26, in front of an impassioned crowd of 102,455 at Neyland Stadium.
WATCH: Tillman on chance for GW TD “It was obviously a shot play. I tried to get to the ball, but unfortunately just fell a little short.”
Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman answered questions from the media after Ole Miss defeated UT 31-26 Saturday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.
WATCH: “That’s very frustrating” – Trevon Flowers on all the Ole Miss 3rd down conversions
Tennessee safety Trevon Flowers answered questions from the media after Ole Miss defeated UT 31-26 Saturday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.
WATCH: Josh Heupel reacts to fans, officiating, Matt Corral, team’s fight and more after 31-26 loss to Ole Miss
UT head coach Josh Heupel held his postgame press conference after Tennessee’s 31-26 loss at home to Ole Miss in a long, wild game.
WATCH: 99.1 The Sports Animal’s recap of Tennessee’s 31-26 loss to Ole Miss
99.1 The Sports Animal hosts Jimmy Hyams and Vince Ferrara review and analyze UT’s home loss to Ole Miss, 31-26
Vince’s View: SEC Week 7 score predictions including Vols vs. Rebels with analysis
6-1 Week 6 straight-up & 5-2 in picks against the spread. Breakdown of Lane Kiffin’s return vs. Vols
Jimmy’s Blog: Kiffin still moves the needle in Knoxville
Vols must win conversions and get huge game from Hooker to win
WATCH: Santiago Vescovi talks start of UT hoops practice
Tennessee guard Santiago Vescovi spoke with the media Thursday to talk about the offseason and the start of preseason practice.
WATCH: Josiah-Jordan James talks start of UT hoops practice
Tennessee forward/guard Josiah-Jordan James spoke with the media Thursday to talk about the offseason and the start of preseason practice.
Quotes: Josiah-Jordan James and Santiago Vescovi talk Vols hoops
Last year with COVID was hard to get the camaraderie that we wanted throughout the season, but this year with the restrictions kind of loosening up a little bit
Vols, Lady Vols Basketball Teams Hosting Open Practice Saturday at Thompson-Boling Arena
Tennessee fans spending their Saturday on campus in preparation for the sold-out football clash against Ole Miss (7:30 p.m. ET) are invited to take a break from tailgating and attend open basketball practices for the Vols and Lady Vols.
Transcript: Thursday Josh Heupel press conference before Ole Miss
Hope everybody’s doing great. Had a great day today with the guys. The week’s gone well.
WATCH: Interview with Bellator MMA on Showtime Analyst Big John McCarthy on living in Knoxville, Vols & show 268
I caught-up with the legendary referee from the UFC & now terrific analyst for Bellator MMA on Showtime
WATCH: Heupel “Week has gone well. Excited about this one. Preparation has been good. Ready to go play.”
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media in his final availability before Saturday’s SEC home game vs. Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss.
WATCH: Tennessee Football Practice Video in prep for Ole Miss
Here’s some video from University of Tennessee football practice in preparation for Saturday’s SEC home game vs. Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels.
WATCH: Ja’Quain Blakely on Matt Corral “He’s just like everybody else. He’s a dual threat quarterback.”
Tennessee defensive lineman Ja’Quain Blakely spoke with the media about the South Carolina win and looking ahead to this week’s game vs. Ole Miss.
WATCH: JaVonta Payton “The deep threat seems like it’s good for me.”
Tennessee wide receiver JaVonta Payton spoke with the media about the South Carolina win and looking ahead to this week’s game vs. Ole Miss.
WATCH: Brian Jean-Mary on loss of Juwan Mitchell “Obviously, it’s a loss. He’s one of the more experienced players.”
Tennessee linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary spoke with the media about the South Carolina win and looking ahead to this week’s game vs. Ole Miss.
WATCH: Kodi Burns “Confidence with Velus is not an issue at all”
Tennessee wide receivers coach Kodi Burns spoke with the media about the South Carolina win and looking ahead to this week’s game vs. Ole Miss.
#CheckerNeyland Returns Saturday Night To Sold Out Neyland Stadium
#CheckerNeyland sets the stage for one of college football’s most anticipated games of the season as Tennessee clashes with No. 13 Ole Miss at 7:30 p.m. ET Saturday in Neyland Stadium.
Quotes: Assistants & Players – Play-Making Vols Excited for Neyland Night Showdown with Rebels
Tennessee was back flying around on Haslam Field on Tuesday morning as excitement continues to build for Saturday night’s highly-anticipated showdown with Ole Miss at Neyland Stadium.
Quotes: Heupel & Players – Vols Turn Attention To Primetime Clash With Ole Miss
Looking for its third-straight victory in conference play, the Tennessee football program turned the page to Week 7 and began preparations Monday for No. 13/14 Ole Miss to visit Knoxville this weekend.
Hooker Tabbed to Davey O’Brien Great 8
Hendon Hooker was named to the Davey O’Brien Award’s Great 8 list this week after accounting for 291 yards and leading the Vols to a 45-20 win over South Carolina.
Turnage Tabbed SEC Defensive Player of the Week
The Southeastern Conference office announced Monday that Tennessee redshirt sophomore defensive back Brandon Turnage has been named SEC Defensive Player of the Week.
WATCH: Carvin on winning “The energy is here. We want to go out there and go to work even more. Winning is fun.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Jerome Carvin spoke to the media Monday reviewing the win over South Carolina and previewing Saturday night’s home game vs. Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss.
WATCH: Taylor “Tempo is not going to be an issue on Saturday. We’ll be in shape. We’ll be ready to play.”
Tennessee cornerback Alontae Taylor spoke to the media Monday reviewing the win over South Carolina and previewing Saturday night’s home game vs. Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss.
WATCH: Josh Heupel reviews SC win; talks Kiffin, Lebby & Ole Miss; starter out for the year
Volunteers head football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media at his Monday game week press conference looking back on Tennessee’s rout of South Carolina Saturday and discussing this week’s game versus Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels.
Jimmy’s Blog: Tennessee’s fast starts have been impressive
Vols must play clean game, avoid sacks to beat Rebels
Vols Strike Early, Cruise Past Gamecocks, 45-20
Tennessee struck for 28 points in the first quarter for the second straight game, riding a strong offensive attack to a 45-20 triumph over South Carolina Saturday afternoon at Neyland Stadium.
WATCH: 99.1 The Sports Animal’s recap of Tennessee’s 45-20 win over South Carolina
99.1 The Sports Animal hosts Josh Ward and Vince Ferrara review and analyze UT’s home win over South Carolina Saturday 45-20.
WATCH: Jaylen McCollough & Velus Jones Jr. postgame after 45-20 win over S. Carolina
Tennessee safety Jaylen McCollough and wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. spoke to the media after the Vols defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 45-20 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.
WATCH: Hendon Hooker & Brandon Turnage Postgame after 45-20 rout of S. Carolina
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker and defensive back Brandon Turnage spoke to the media after the Vols defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 45-20 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.
WATCH: Heupel after win over SC “There were some new guys out there. They showed up. A lot to be proud of.”
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel held his postgame press conference after the Vols defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 45-20 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.
Vince’s View: SEC Week 6 score predictions including Vols vs. Gamecocks with analysis
UT vs. SC; this season, I’m sharing my picks both against the spread and straight-up
Quotes: Tennessee Legend Al Wilson To Lead Vol Walk, Vols Closing in on SEC Home Opener
Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel said in his Thursday media availability that his team’s confidence continues to grow following a 62-24 victory at Missouri last weekend.
WATCH: Heupel “Uniforms is something important to them (players.) In some ways, it’s important in the recruiting world as well.”
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel spoke with the media Thursday in his final avail before Saturday’s SEC home opener against South Carolina.
WATCH: Tennessee Football Announces Nike “Dark Mode” Black Alternate Uniform vs. SC (Two videos)
Tennessee will don its Nike “Dark Mode” black alternate uniforms when the Volunteers host South Carolina
Al Wilson NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salute Set For Saturday
Tennessee and The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today that they will jointly honor 2021 College Football Hall of Fame electee Al Wilson
Quotes/Video: Kellie Harper talks start of preseason practice
On this being her third year at Tennessee: “You know, it has flown by. Starting year three I feel like we have made a lot of progress.
Quotes: Vols Hit Practice Field With Confidence, Continue Prep For SEC Home Opener
The Vols took Haslam Field Tuesday to commence preparations for the SEC home opener, set for a noon kickoff on ESPN2.
Vols Release Full 2022 Baseball Schedule
The Tennessee baseball program revealed its full 2022 schedule on Tuesday morning. The Vols’ slate consists of 37 home games, 15 road games and four neutral-site contests.
WATCH: Tillman on Mizzou win “It was real fun. Definitely wasn’t expecting to put up 60-something points.”
Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman spoke with the media Tuesday to look back on the in at Missouri and look ahead to Saturday’s SEC home opener vs. South Carolina.
WATCH: Butler on why run defense is better this season “It comes down to how we’re being coached”
Tennessee defensive lineman Matthew Butler spoke with the media Tuesday to look back on the in at Missouri and look ahead to Saturday’s SEC home opener vs. South Carolina.
WATCH: Thomas “We’re showing glimpses of how good we can be”
Tennessee defensive lineman Omari Thomas spoke with the media Tuesday to look back on the in at Missouri and look ahead to Saturday’s SEC home opener vs. South Carolina.
WATCH: Mays on Hooker “He’s definitely a tough guy. Runs the ball like a running back.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Cade Mays spoke with the media Tuesday to look back on the in at Missouri and look ahead to Saturday’s SEC home opener vs. South Carolina.
