Locked On Vols - Daily Podcast On Tennessee Volunteers Football & Basketball

• VOL IMPACT: Jermod McCoy, Chris Brazzell & Arion Carter DECLARE for NFL Draft | NEW CONTRACTS for Assistants

  Tennessee Volunteers face a pivotal offseason as Jermod McCoy, Chris Brazzell and Arion Carter declare for the NFL Draft. How will Josh Heupel’s squad adapt after losing SEC-leading receiver Brazzell and top prospects on defense? Eric Cain assesses Tennessee’s NFL-bound talent, Mel Kiper Jr.’s big board placements, and the emerging roles for standouts like Braylon Staley, Mike Matthews, and Ty Redmond.Contract extensions for offensive coordinator Joey Halzle and passing game coordinator Kelsey Pope signal continuity, but defensive staff changes loom with Jim Knowles’ arrival. Key themes include Tennessee’s wide receiver depth, linebacker rotation adjustments after Carter’s exit, and breakout performances from freshmen like Jaden Perlotte. Will Tennessee target top talent in the transfer portal, and can Knowles reshape the defense? Eric Cain breaks down recruiting wins, portal priorities, and how these moves set the stage for the Volunteers’ 2026 season. Neyland Press Corps Substack: https://neylandpress.substack.com/Catch Locked on Vols, wherever you find your podcasts. ▶️https://linktr.ee/cainerSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarch.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• Epic Reveal: Tennessee Football’s 2026 HOME Slate THRILLS Fans, New SEC 9-Game Schedule CHALLENGES

  Tennessee Volunteers reveal a 2026 football schedule packed with powerhouse matchups and historic rivalries. Can Josh Heupel’s squad capitalize on a “navigable” SEC slate and reignite excitement for season ticket holders weary from recent years? Eric Cain spotlights must-watch home games against Texas, Auburn, Alabama, Kentucky, and LSU—plus the Volunteers’ first-ever regular season showdown with the Longhorns and a revival of storied battles with South Carolina and Arkansas.Key highlights cover Tennessee’s all-time records against each opponent, intriguing coaching changes—like Lane Kiffin’s surprising LSU jump and Alex Golesh’s Auburn arrival—and critical schedule quirks, including strategic bye weeks and consecutive home stretches. Eric Cain unpacks the impact of contract extensions for Joey Halzle and Kelsey Pope, examines SEC landscape shifts, and asks: Which games pose the toughest tests on the road to a breakout year? Don’t miss this fast-paced Tennessee Football breakdown and the inside scoop on the Volunteers’ path to glory. Neyland Press Corps Substack: https://neylandpress.substack.com/Catch Locked on Vols, wherever you find your podcasts. ▶️https://linktr.ee/cainerSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarch.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• BIG HIRE: The Good & Bad of Jim Knowles Defense as Tennessee Football Makes STATEMENT

  Tennessee Volunteers land a marquee hire as Jim Knowles signs on as defensive coordinator—can his safety-driven defense ignite a playoff run on Rocky Top? Eric Cain explores what Knowles brings from Ohio State and Penn State, breaking down contract details, coaching style, and what this bold move signals for Josh Heupel’s program.Guests Zach Sayko and Jay Stephens offer sharp insights into Knowles’ complex system, the crucial role of versatile safeties, and why a quick turnaround may require patience. The conversation digs into defensive weaknesses, struggles with recruiting, and lingering questions after a disappointing Penn State stint. Will Knowles’ hard-nosed approach elevate Tennessee’s defense above last season’s woes? Get expert analysis on scheme fit, potential roster shakeups, and what Vol fans should expect from this high-profile hire. Neyland Press Corps Substack: https://neylandpress.substack.com/Catch Locked on Vols, wherever you find your podcasts. ▶️https://linktr.ee/cainerSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarch.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• SEC SQUAD - Looking at the SEC's Path in the College Football Playoff

  Five SEC teams charge into the College Football Playoff, but which squad holds the clearest path to glory? Heated expansion rumors swirl as the SEC hosts debate the possibility of Notre Dame and Kansas joining the conference, while Texas A&M’s electrifying fan base readies Kyle Field for a statement win over Miami. Could Carson Beck’s first trip to College Station turn into an interception frenzy? Alabama vs. Oklahoma emerges as a must-watch rematch—will Ty Simpson and a battered Tide offense bounce back, or does Oklahoma’s relentless defense have the secret sauce?The squad also breaks down Tulane vs. Ole Miss and the impact of Lane Kiffin’s absence, evaluates Heisman hopeful Diego Pavia’s odds against Fernando Mendoza, and dissects the blue chip ratio chatter. With passionate analysis, insider takes on playoff matchups, and candid SEC pride, this preview sets the stage for a playoff race full of rivalry and redemption. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• BOMBSHELL: Jim Knowles Nearing Tennessee DC Role, Josh Heupel Makes HOME RUN HIRE

  Tennessee Volunteers target elite defensive transformation as Jim Knowles closes in on the defensive coordinator role. Could this high-profile hire be the spark Josh Heupel needs to push the Vols into College Football Playoff contention? Eric Cain breaks down Knowles’ impressive coaching journey—from standout seasons with Ohio State and Oklahoma State to his latest stint at Penn State—and why his aggressive 4-2-5 scheme could be a game-changer for Tennessee’s defense.Key discussion points include the risks and rewards for Heupel with this pivotal hire, the need for a tougher, more physical defense, and how player development under Knowles could shift the SEC landscape. Brian Rice shares insider insights on improving defensive physicality, staff dynamics, and the importance of smart personnel moves. Plus, hear updates on Lady Vols basketball and which breakout freshmen are poised for stardom on Rocky Top. Neyland Press Corps Substack: https://neylandpress.substack.com/Catch Locked on Vols, wherever you find your podcasts. ▶️https://linktr.ee/cainerSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarch.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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