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Tennessee football remains ranked No. 15 in the AP Poll after a narrow overtime win against Mississippi State, improving to 4-1 overall. The team is the eighth-highest SEC team in the rankings, with key performances from quarterback Joey Aguilar and receivers Mike Matthews and Chris Brazzell. The Vols have an upcoming bye week before their next game.
Tennessee Football remains ranked No. 15 in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll after a 41-34 overtime victory over Mississippi State, with upcoming games against Arkansas, Alabama, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Vanderbilt scheduled for the rest of the season.
The SEC announced a new nine-game schedule for Tennessee Football over the next four seasons, featuring three annual rivals—Alabama, Kentucky, and Vanderbilt—and a rotating schedule of other league opponents, with notable changes such as the first season without Georgia and Florida since 1992 and a focus on traditional rivalries and fairness. Tennessee's non-conference schedule includes games against power-conference teams through 2030.
Tennessee football has been assigned three permanent SEC opponents—Alabama, Kentucky, and Vanderbilt—for the next four years as part of the SEC's move to a nine-game conference schedule, with the matchups subject to reevaluation every four years.
Tennessee football has risen to No. 15 in the Coaches Poll after a dominant 72-17 win over ETSU, setting multiple program records and positioning them as the No. 6 team in the SEC. The team is preparing for their upcoming SEC opener against Georgia at Neyland Stadium, with high expectations following their impressive performance.
ETSU football coach Will Healy acknowledged the team's tough loss to Tennessee, praising the opponent's talent and execution, while emphasizing the importance of learning from the experience and maintaining a competitive spirit.
Tennessee football released its depth chart for the upcoming home game against ETSU, with no changes from the previous week despite injuries, and several key players listed as starters but expected to miss the game, highlighting ongoing position battles and player rotations.
Tennessee football started strong with a 45-26 win over Syracuse, ranking eighth in ESPN’s FPI with a Power Index of 17.7, and are projected to have a solid season with a 50.4% chance to reach the College Football Playoffs. They are also considered a top contender in the SEC with a 9.3% chance to win the conference. The Vols will play their home opener against ETSU, with a high likelihood of victory according to ESPN analytics.
Tennessee coach Josh Heupel praised his team's strong start to the 2025 season with a 45-26 victory over Syracuse, highlighting quarterback Joey Aguilar's composure, the contributions of freshmen, leadership qualities, and the passionate fan support, while also noting areas for improvement.
Tennessee Football released its first official depth chart for the 2025 season, highlighting key players across positions including Joey Aguilar as quarterback, new starters on the offensive line, and a revamped defense, ahead of their season opener against Syracuse at the Aflac Kickoff Game.
Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel has received a contract extension through January 2030 after leading the team to its most successful three-year stretch in over two decades, including a 37-15 record, multiple top 25 wins, and a College Football Playoff appearance.
The SEC will adopt a nine-game conference schedule starting in 2026, featuring three permanent rivalry games for each team, including Tennessee's rivalries with Alabama, Vanderbilt, and Kentucky, while rotating other opponents to ensure regular matchups and preserve traditional rivalries.
Joey Aguilar was named Tennessee's starting quarterback for the 2025 season due to his starting experience, high ceiling, and comfort with the offense, making him the most logical choice among the contenders.
The article provides a recap of a Tennessee football scrimmage, sharing insights and updates from the Volquest staff about the team's recent practice and player performances.
Rodney Garner, Tennessee's defensive line coach, has named Dom Bailey as the current MVP of the defensive front, praising his improved performance, leadership, and work ethic, highlighting his significant progress over recent seasons and his key role in the team.