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WATCH: Jaylen McCollough on young DBs “They were ready to play. They played wide-eyed. They played fast. They played physical.”
Tennessee safety Jaylen McCollough spoke to the media on Tuesday to look back on UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State and preview this Saturday’s second game at Pittsburgh.

WATCH: Jaylen McCollough on young DBs “They were ready to play. They played wide-eyed. They played fast. They played physical.”
Tennessee safety Jaylen McCollough spoke to the media on Tuesday to look back on UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State and preview this Saturday’s second game at Pittsburgh.

WATCH: Tyler Baron on Pitt QB Kedon Slovis “He definitely has a very strong arm. Likes to keep his eyes downfield.”
Tennessee defensive end Tyler Baron spoke to the media on Tuesday to look back on UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State and preview this Saturday’s second game at Pittsburgh.

WATCH: Cooper Mays on Pitt’s defensive front “I’m really impressed with where they’re at. They create disruption. That’s their big thing.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Cooper Mays spoke to the media on Tuesday to look back on UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State and preview this Saturday’s second game at Pittsburgh.

WATCH: Cooper Mays on Pitt’s defensive front “I’m really impressed with where they’re at. They create disruption. That’s their big thing.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Cooper Mays spoke to the media on Tuesday to look back on UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State and preview this Saturday’s second game at Pittsburgh.

WATCH: Tim Banks on Pitt’s offense “They’re an experienced group up front. They’re big.”
Tennessee defensive coordinator Tim Banks spoke to the media on Tuesday to look back on UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State and preview this Saturday’s second game at Pittsburgh.

WATCH: Carvin on Darnell Wright’s “fall” vs. Ball St “He got a flag for us, so it was good. He’s a funny guy.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Jerome Carvin talked to the media to look back on the win over Ball State and this Saturday’s game at Pitt, the Johnny Majors Classic.

WATCH: Carvin on Darnell Wright’s “fall” vs. Ball St “He got a flag for us, so it was good. He’s a funny guy.”
Tennessee offensive lineman Jerome Carvin talked to the media to look back on the win over Ball State and this Saturday’s game at Pitt, the Johnny Majors Classic.

WATCH: Small “I was pleased with how the o-line, Hendon, the receivers, the whole team played.”
Tennessee running back Jabari Small talked to the media to look back on the win over Ball State and this Saturday’s game at Pitt, the Johnny Majors Classic.

WATCH: Small “I was pleased with how the o-line, Hendon, the receivers, the whole team played.”
Tennessee running back Jabari Small talked to the media to look back on the win over Ball State and this Saturday’s game at Pitt, the Johnny Majors Classic.

WATCH: Heupel on Majors “The impact that he’s had, the legacy that he’s left for our program, something we still see and feel today”
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel held his weekly Monday game week press conference to look back on the win over Ball State and this Saturday’s game at Pitt.

Jimmy’s blog: Tennessee strikes early, blasts Ball State in opener
Hooker and Milton efficient, defense gets two picks

Quotes/Notes/Stats/Story: Vols Bounce Ball State In Opener, 59-10
Redshirt senior quarterback Hendon Hooker threw for two touchdowns and rushed for two more scores, as Tennessee rolled past Ball State in the season opener, 59-10, Thursday night in front a crowd of 92,236 at Neyland Stadium.

WATCH: Josh Heupel reviews Tennessee’s 59-10 season-opening win over Ball State
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media in the postgame after the Vols’ season opening win over Ball State at home 59-10.

WATCH: Vols Jalin Hyatt, Hendon Hooker and Tamarion McDonald postgame after 59-10 win over Ball St
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt, quarterback Hendon Hooker and Star DB Tamarion McDonald spoke to the media in the postgame after the Vols opened the 2022 regular season with a 59-10 home win over the Ball State Cardinals.

WATCH: 99.1 The Sports Animal’s review of Tennessee’s 59-10 win over Ball State
99.1 The Sports Animal hosts Jimmy Hyams and Vince Ferrara recap UT’s Week 1 win over Ball State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, 59-10.


Thursday Week 1 SEC Score Predictions: Tennessee vs. Ball St, Mizzou/La Tech
Here’s a look at my Week 1 Thursday night SEC football game predictions.

SEC Season Record Predictions, Thoughts on 2022 Tennessee Vols in “Vince’s View”
Vols/Kentucky debate in the East, how many SEC teams make a bowl game, UT record prediction

7 U. of Tennessee players cut by NFL teams, 4 returned to practice squads; full list, depth charts with rosters down to 53
21 VFLs on final rosters; 4 on practice squads; 1 on IR; 15 teams w/VFL; 1-time Vols/Knoxville players

Vol Network Football Coverage Expands To Two Hours Prior to Kickoff
Vol Network coverage of Tennessee Football expands to two hours prior to kickoff this season. The pregame show “Big Orange Countdown,” which debuted as a new show last year brings statewide network coverage

Vol Network Football Coverage Expands To Two Hours Prior to Kickoff
Vol Network coverage of Tennessee Football expands to two hours prior to kickoff this season. The pregame show “Big Orange Countdown,” which debuted as a new show last year brings statewide network coverage

Football Preview: Vols Host Ball State in Primetime to Open 2022 Campaign
It’s officially football time in Tennessee as the 2022 season kicks off with a primetime matchup against Ball State 7 p.m. Thursday at Neyland Stadium.

Sixteen Vols To Wear SEC Graduate Patch in 2022
A total of 16 Tennessee football student-athletes will wear the SEC graduate patch during the 2022 season.

Vol Network’s “Big Orange Hotline” Radio Show Debuts
On the eve of the University of Tennessee’s 2022 season football opener, the Vol Network’s “Big Orange Hotline” radio show debuts with a special Wednesday night edition at 8 p.m. Eastern / 7 p.m. Central

Vol Network’s “Big Orange Hotline” Radio Show Debuts
On the eve of the University of Tennessee’s 2022 season football opener, the Vol Network’s “Big Orange Hotline” radio show debuts with a special Wednesday night edition at 8 p.m. Eastern / 7 p.m. Central

Jimmy’s blog: Hooker, offense will continue to score big
Secondary remains a huge concern

Quotes: Vols Eager To Open Season Thursday Night In Neyland
Game week has arrived on Rocky Top as the Tennessee football team kicks off the 2022 campaign Thursday night in Neyland Stadium.

Quotes: Vols Eager To Open Season Thursday Night In Neyland
Game week has arrived on Rocky Top as the Tennessee football team kicks off the 2022 campaign Thursday night in Neyland Stadium.

WATCH: Heupel on Bru McCoy “To tell him (he’s eligible) and hear him tell his dad was one of the great moments in my career”
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media Monday ahead of the 2022 season opener Thursday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville at 7pm ET vs. Ball State.

WATCH: Heupel on Bru McCoy “To tell him (he’s eligible) and hear him tell his dad was one of the great moments in my career”
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media Monday ahead of the 2022 season opener Thursday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville at 7pm ET vs. Ball State.

WATCH: Tillman “I love Bru’s physicality. Bru’s obviously one of my closest friends on the team now.”
Tennessee redshirt senior wide receiver Cedric Tillman spoke to the media Monday ahead of the 2022 season opener Thursday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville at 7pm ET vs. Ball State.

WATCH: Tillman “I love Bru’s physicality. Bru’s obviously one of my closest friends on the team now.”
Tennessee redshirt senior wide receiver Cedric Tillman spoke to the media Monday ahead of the 2022 season opener Thursday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville at 7pm ET vs. Ball State.

WATCH: Warren on Hooker “Has a much better understanding of what Coach Golesh and what Coach Heup want out of each play.”
Tennessee redshirt senior tight end Jacob Warren spoke to the media Monday ahead of the 2022 season opener Thursday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville at 7pm ET vs. Ball State.

WATCH: Thomas “The crowd is crazy at Neyland. Everyone knows. They play a big factor in the game.”
Tennessee junior defensive lineman Omari Thomas spoke to the media Monday ahead of the 2022 season opener Thursday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville at 7pm ET vs. Ball State.

WATCH: Josh and Swain discuss the impact of WR Bru McCoy being cleared to play for the Vols
Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy has been cleared to play immediately. So what will the impact be on the Vols’ offense? Josh Ward and VFL/former UT receiver Jayson Swain break it down.

Hooker Adds Another Preseason Honor, Named to Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Watch List
Tennessee’s Hendon Hooker added yet another honor to his long list of preseason accolades, earning a spot on the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award watch list as announced by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation, Inc.

New Neyland Stadium Fan Experience Enhancements Debut Sept. 1
Kickoff for the 2022 Tennessee football season is one week away, and fans can enjoy several enhancements to the gameday experience at Neyland Stadium, Shields-Watkins Field this fall. For complete gameday information, visit UTsports.com/gameday.

Jimmy’s blog: Can UT score at the same pace as last year?
Third-down defense and secondary are question marks for the Vols

List of VFLs in the NFL entering final week of preseason; depth chart positions, recent moves
Who has work to do to survive cuts to 53 next week? 28 VFLs, 15 with local ties & more

Quotes: Defense Eager to Show Off Improved Depth & Athleticism as Opener Approaches
Defensive coordinator Tim Banks met with the media following Wednesday’s practice at Haslam Field to talk about the strides his defense has made this fall heading into this year’s season opener against Ball State on Thursday, Sept. 1 at Neyland Stadium.

Quotes: Defense Eager to Show Off Improved Depth & Athleticism as Opener Approaches
Defensive coordinator Tim Banks met with the media following Wednesday’s practice at Haslam Field to talk about the strides his defense has made this fall heading into this year’s season opener against Ball State on Thursday, Sept. 1 at Neyland Stadium.

Quotes: Offensive Depth Chart Taking Shape As Opening Week Approaches
With nine days until the highly anticipated 2022 season kicks off, Tennessee football hit Haslam Field Tuesday morning to continue its preparations for the season opener.

Quotes: Offensive Depth Chart Taking Shape As Opening Week Approaches
With nine days until the highly anticipated 2022 season kicks off, Tennessee football hit Haslam Field Tuesday morning to continue its preparations for the season opener.

Eight Vols Tabbed to Preseason Coaches All-SEC Teams
With kickoff for the 2022 season just over a week out, the Preseason Coaches All-SEC Team was released on Tuesday afternoon with eight Volunteers on the charts.

Hooker Tabbed to Manning Award Preseason Watch List
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker added to his impressive list of preseason honors on Monday, as he was one of 30 signal callers named to the Manning Award preseason watch list.

“Vol Calls” Debuts 2022-23 Season Wednesday From Calhoun’s On The River
“Vol Calls,” the official statewide radio show of the Tennessee Volunteers, kicks off its 2022-23 season on Wednesday, Aug. 24, on location from the legendary Calhoun’s On the River in downtown Knoxville.

Brian Rice Gets Call As Voice Of Lady Vol Basketball
Brian Rice, an award-winning sports talk show host and broadcaster with 10 years of experience as the highly-respected radio play-by-play announcer for Lady Vol softball, was announced Tuesday as the new voice of Lady Vol basketball.

WATCH: Golesh on Fr. RB Dylan Sampson “Elite vision for a young guy. He’s as fast as any back in this league.”
Tennessee offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Alex Golesh spoke to the media on Tuesday ahead of the September 1st 2022 season opener vs. Ball State in Knoxville.

WATCH: Golesh on Fr. RB Dylan Sampson “Elite vision for a young guy. He’s as fast as any back in this league.”
Tennessee offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Alex Golesh spoke to the media on Tuesday ahead of the September 1st 2022 season opener vs. Ball State in Knoxville.