Tennessee Football Escapes Bowl Ban Despite 200+ Infractions, Hit with $8 Million Fine

The NCAA has fined the University of Tennessee's football program $8 million and placed it on probation for five years due to over 200 infractions committed under former coach Jeremy Pruitt. The violations included illegal payments to players and the payment of unofficial visits for recruits and their families. The program has already self-imposed penalties, including a reduction in scholarships. While the Vols avoided a bowl ban, Pruitt received a six-year show-cause order, and several other staff members were also penalized. The NCAA praised Tennessee's cooperation during the investigation.