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Jimmy’s blog: Mack likes 1-2 punch at running back

Look for Small, Evans to combine for over 1,600 yards from scrimmage

Vols Build Toughness in Rainy Final Scrimmage

Heavy rain from remnants of Tropical Storm Fred greeted Tennessee football at its second and final preseason scrimmage on Tuesday morning, allowing the Volunteers to focus on ball security and building toughness.

Compilation Page of All Tennessee Football Practice Highlights & Interviews

So below, we’ve compiled every single Tennessee Volunteers football interview and five minutes per day of practice highlights every time there’s been media access.

WATCH: Josh Heupel reviews scrimmage #2 “We’re a much deeper football team than we were”

Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media after Tennessee’s second, and last, scrimmage of the preseason. That was practice #12 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.

WATCH: Cedric Tillman on Milton “He can definitely throw it 70, 80 yards. Joe’s a big QB. He can move. He’s going to get a bunch of yards this year running the game. He’s got some wheels too.”

Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman spoke with the media after fall practice #10 and ahead of Tuesday’s second and final scrimmage.

WATCH: Jalin Hyatt on offense suiting his game “I really believe it does as far as how fast we play. We have a lot of playmakers.”

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt spoke with the media after fall practice #10 and ahead of Tuesday’s second and final scrimmage.

Small, Evans Headline Young and Talented Running Back Room for Vols

Tennessee wrapped up practice No. 11 on Monday morning at Haslam Field as the Volunteers continue to power through preseason camp and move closer to the season opener against Bowling Green.

WATCH: Darnell Wright on Elarbee “It’s easy to play for a coach when you know he’s there for you and you can trust him.”

Tennessee offensive tackle Darnell Wright spoke with the media after fall practice #10 and ahead of Tuesday’s second and final scrimmage.

WATCH: Mack on RBs Small & Evans “Have separated themselves as being a little bit more at the top of the depth chart, 1A or 1B.”

Tennessee football running backs coach Jerry Mack spoke with the media after fall practice #10 and ahead of Tuesday’s second and final scrimmage.

PHOTO GALLERY: 2021 Sports Animal Sports Fest

Here are some images from the inaugural Sports Animal Sports Fest at the Knoxville Expo Center taken by Sam Forman from our Cumulus Knoxville Media staff. Select one image and then click the arrow to scroll through all the images.

VFL In The NFL Update: Week 1 of Preseason; 33 U. of Tennessee players & 12 with local ties

See full list of UT players in NFL with breakdowns by team, position & depth chart spots

Garner Looking for Continued Improvement and Winning Mentality from Defensive Front

Tennessee defensive line coach Rodney Garner met with the media after a hot and humid morning practice as Haslam Field on Monday to talk about the progression of the Vols’ deep defensive line group.

WATCH: Da’Jon Terry “I love Knoxville. They got a lot of good chicken places. I love wings.”

Tennessee defensive lineman DaJon Terry spoke to the media Saturday after Vols preseason football practice #9 in Knoxville.

WATCH: LaTrell Bumphus on Garner vs. Rocker “I think they said they played together. Their coaching style is pretty much the same.”

Tennessee defensive lineman LaTrell Bumphus spoke to the media Saturday after Vols preseason football practice #9 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Rodney Garner “For the most part, the guys are trying to buy-in. We’re a work in progress.”

Tennessee defensive line coach Rodney Garner spoke to the media Saturday after Vols preseason football practice #9 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Highlights from Tennessee Football Practice 9

Here’s some video our staff shot from Tennessee Volunteers football fall practice #9 in Knoxville.

Statues Honoring Tennessee Football Trailblazers to be Unveiled Sept. 2

The University of Tennessee will unveil a new and permanent tribute to four trailblazers from throughout the storied history of Tennessee football as a kickoff to Neyland Stadium’s year-long centennial celebration.

Defense Shines In First Preseason Camp Scrimmage

With exactly three weeks until Tennessee’s season-opener under head coach Josh Heupel, the Volunteers went through their first preseason camp scrimmage on Thursday morning in Neyland Stadium.

Four Vols Named to 2022 Reese’s Senior Bowl Watchlist

Four Tennessee Volunteers were named to the 2022 Reese’s Senior Bowl Watchlist, which was announced on Thursday afternoon.

Transcripts: Vols Ready for First Fall Scrimmage

With the first scrimmage of the preseason looming, the Tennessee Volunteers took Haslam Field for the seventh practice of preseason camp on Wednesday.

Jimmy’s blog: Heupel to meet Friday with Maurer about future

Coach praises defense after initial scrimmage

WATCH: Josh Heupel reviews 1st scrimmage; talks Maurer, other QBs, Calbert surgery & pleased with defense

Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media after practice #8 of preseason camp, which was the first of two scrimmages, to review that and practice so far.

WATCH: Walker Merrill on Burns saying he doesn’t lack confidence “He’s not wrong. I really know who I am and who I do it for.”

Tennessee wide receiver Walker Merrill spoke with the media after practice #7 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Jaylen Wright on meeting Kamara “I really couldn’t believe it. I saw him in the locker room and he was like a regular guy.”

Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright spoke with the media after practice #7 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Kodi Burns “Really showing up on tape right now. Started to make plays. I’ve been really impressed by Jimmy (Calloway.)”

Tennessee wide receiver coach Kodi Burns spoke with the media after practice #7 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Highlights from Tennessee Football Practice 7

Here’s some video our staff shot from Tennessee Volunteers football fall practice #7 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Christian Charles on Martinez “He’s a really funny dude. He’s really intense. He puts his heart into coaching.”

Tennessee freshman defensive back Christian Charles spoke to the media in Knoxville and Vols football practice #6.

WATCH: Doneiko Slaughter on Nickel DB “That’s my favorite spot. It’s me, Theo (Jackson) and Romello Edwards (competing there.)”

Tennessee sophomore defensive back Doneiko Slaughter spoke to the media in Knoxville and Vols football practice #6.

WATCH: De’Shawn Rucker on why UT “I love the culture up here. The fanbase is amazing. The new coaching staff is also amazing.”

Tennessee freshman defensive back De’Shawn Rucker spoke to the media in Knoxville and Vols football practice #6.

WATCH: Brian Jean-Mary on Mitchell “He’s played major college football. Was a starter. Brings a lot of savvy, veteran leadership.”

Tennessee linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary spoke to the media in Knoxville and Vols football practice #6.

WATCH: Highlights from Tennessee Football Practice 6

Here’s some video our staff shot from Tennessee Volunteers football fall practice #6 in Knoxville.

Vols Roll Through First Practice In Full Pads

Tennessee football suited up in full pads for the first time on Tuesday for the sixth practice of preseason camp.

Pons Signs With Grizzlies, Seven Vols in Action at NBA Summer League

Following a four-year career at Tennessee and an impressive Summer League start with the Memphis Grizzlies, Yves Pons signed with the organization, the team announced Tuesday.

WATCH: Highlights from Tennessee Football Practice 5

Here’s some video our staff shot from Tennessee Volunteers football fall practice #5 in Knoxville.

Vols kick off second week of Fall camp

Into its second week of preseason camp, the Tennessee Volunteers football team practiced Monday morning for the fifth time.

Manning’s Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Set For Sunday Night

The most decorated player in Tennessee football history will be forever enshrined in Canton, Ohio, Sunday night as he adds the sport’s most illustrious individual honor to his list of accolades.

WATCH: Javontez Spraggins on Trey Smith “I’m glad to see him in a better place. His mind is more clear now. He gets a chance to do better things.”

Tennessee offensive lineman Javontez Spraggins spoke with the media after preseason practice #5 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Jerome Carvin “We’re deep on the offensive line. Way better than when I first got here.”

Tennessee offensive lineman Jerome Carvin spoke with the media after preseason practice #5 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Cooper Mays on RBs “Man, they’re deep. I think y’all will be very pleased with y’all see this year.”

Tennessee offensive lineman Cooper Mays spoke with the media after preseason practice #5 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Dayne Davis on last year “Just wasn’t fun being around here. It was an agonizing kind of feeling. It’s very much changed now.”

Tennessee offensive lineman Dayne Davis spoke with the media after preseason practice #5 in Knoxville.

WATCH: Glen Elarbee on Wright “Obviously a very talented guy. He’s done a great job.”

Tennessee offensive line coach Glen Elarbee spoke with the media after preseason practice #5 in Knoxville.

WATCH: John McClain & John Wilkerson talk Peyton Manning’s HOF induction

Hear some tremendous stories about Peyton Manning & John Wilkerson checks in from Canton

WATCH: Byron Young on Garner “He’s on me everyday. That’s how I got my technique down pat. He pushes me. Makes me start over. I love it.”

Tennessee defensive end/outside linebacker Byron Young visited with the media after fall preseason practice #3 on Friday.

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