Tennessee coach Josh Heupel said five-star quarterback Faizon Brandon was among the Vols' most effective recruiters in landing a top 10 class.

The single most important day of the recruiting calendar is here, as it is now officially Early Signing Day. It may be early, but most of the athletes who will sign in the 2026 class will sign during the day,

Tennessee will try to retool key parts of its roster for the 2026 season when the transfer portal opens Jan. 2. Here's who is coming and going.

Legend Bey committed to Tennessee football in June before flipping to Ohio State in November. The four-star signed with the Vols on Dec. 3.

Joey Aguilar went through senior day with Tennessee football on Nov. 29, but could potentially return to the Vols in 2026.

Standing in their path are the equally perfect Brentwood Academy Eagles (11-0), who have been laser-focused on redemption since Baylor ended their championship dreams with a 35-21 defeat in last year’s semifinal round. The Eagles earned their championship berth by dominating Christ Presbyterian Academy 38-7 two weeks ago.

Tennessee football lost to Vanderbilt for the first time under coach Josh Heupel with its worst defensive performance of the season.