Ryan Sylvia
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Ryan Sylvia
@ryantsylvia.bsky.social
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I am thrilled to announce that I will continue my coverage of all things Tennessee Athletics with Rocky Top Insider going forward!
I'm excited to join the great team at RTI with football season right around the corner!
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I'm excited to join the great team at RTI with football season right around the corner!
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Lady Vols legend and Winthrop HC Semeka Randall Lay as she left the press conference after losing to Tennessee:
"Good luck, win some basketball games. Win some championships more important."
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"Good luck, win some basketball games. Win some championships more important."
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What Lady Vols Legend, Winthrop HC Semeka Randall Lay Said After Playing Tennessee | Rocky Top Insider
Transcript of Lady Vols basketball legend and Winthrop head coach Semeka Randall Lay meeting with the media after losing to Tennessee.
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December 14, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Lady Vols legend and Winthrop HC Semeka Randall Lay as she left the press conference after losing to Tennessee:
"Good luck, win some basketball games. Win some championships more important."
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"Good luck, win some basketball games. Win some championships more important."
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Alyssa Latham was terrific in her role for the Lady Vols in the win over Winthrop.
- 10 points
- 5 rebounds
- 2 assists
- 3 steals
- 2 blocks
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- 10 points
- 5 rebounds
- 2 assists
- 3 steals
- 2 blocks
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Three Quick Takeaways: Lady Vols Basketball Clobber Winthrop in Return to Knoxville | Rocky Top Insider
Three thoughts from Lady Vols basketball's dominant win over Winthrop in Food City Center on Sunday afternoon.
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December 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Alyssa Latham was terrific in her role for the Lady Vols in the win over Winthrop.
- 10 points
- 5 rebounds
- 2 assists
- 3 steals
- 2 blocks
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- 10 points
- 5 rebounds
- 2 assists
- 3 steals
- 2 blocks
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Lady Vols freshman Mia Pauldo really seems to be hitting her stride. She recorded a double-double in the win over Winthrop.
- 18 points
- 10 assists
- 3 rebounds
- 4 steals
- 0 turnovers
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- 18 points
- 10 assists
- 3 rebounds
- 4 steals
- 0 turnovers
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Three Quick Takeaways: Lady Vols Basketball Clobber Winthrop in Return to Knoxville | Rocky Top Insider
Three thoughts from Lady Vols basketball's dominant win over Winthrop in Food City Center on Sunday afternoon.
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December 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Lady Vols freshman Mia Pauldo really seems to be hitting her stride. She recorded a double-double in the win over Winthrop.
- 18 points
- 10 assists
- 3 rebounds
- 4 steals
- 0 turnovers
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- 18 points
- 10 assists
- 3 rebounds
- 4 steals
- 0 turnovers
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Lady Vols aren't showing any signs of rust following their extended break from game action.
Mia Pauldo has a team-high 18 points on four made threes.
Mia Pauldo has a team-high 18 points on four made threes.
December 14, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Lady Vols aren't showing any signs of rust following their extended break from game action.
Mia Pauldo has a team-high 18 points on four made threes.
Mia Pauldo has a team-high 18 points on four made threes.
Lady Vols starting five vs. Winthrop:
- Mia Pauldo
- Jaida Civil
- Talaysia Cooper
- Alyssa Latham
- Zee Spearman
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- Mia Pauldo
- Jaida Civil
- Talaysia Cooper
- Alyssa Latham
- Zee Spearman
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No. 18 Lady Vols Basketball vs. Winthrop: How to Watch, Prediction, More | Rocky Top Insider
Everything you need to know about Lady Vols basketball's matchup with Winthrop in Knoxville on Sunday afternoon.
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December 14, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Lady Vols starting five vs. Winthrop:
- Mia Pauldo
- Jaida Civil
- Talaysia Cooper
- Alyssa Latham
- Zee Spearman
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- Mia Pauldo
- Jaida Civil
- Talaysia Cooper
- Alyssa Latham
- Zee Spearman
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Lady Vols basketball is back in action this afternoon against Semeka Randall Lay's Winthrop team.
Here's what you need to know, including a score prediction ⬇️
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Here's what you need to know, including a score prediction ⬇️
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No. 18 Lady Vols Basketball vs. Winthrop: How to Watch, Prediction, More | Rocky Top Insider
Everything you need to know about Lady Vols basketball's matchup with Winthrop in Knoxville on Sunday afternoon.
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December 14, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Lady Vols basketball is back in action this afternoon against Semeka Randall Lay's Winthrop team.
Here's what you need to know, including a score prediction ⬇️
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Here's what you need to know, including a score prediction ⬇️
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Tennessee junior linebacker Arion Carter has declared for the NFL draft.
He joins WR Chris Brazzell and CB Jermod McCoy as Vols to officially declare so far ⬇️
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He joins WR Chris Brazzell and CB Jermod McCoy as Vols to officially declare so far ⬇️
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Tennessee Football Linebacker Declares for NFL Draft After Junior Year | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football junior linebacker Arion Carter has declared for the NFL draft after three years with the Vols.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Tennessee junior linebacker Arion Carter has declared for the NFL draft.
He joins WR Chris Brazzell and CB Jermod McCoy as Vols to officially declare so far ⬇️
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He joins WR Chris Brazzell and CB Jermod McCoy as Vols to officially declare so far ⬇️
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Tennessee football has reportedly signed OC Joey Halzle and WR coach Kelsey Pope to new two-year deals.
The Vols' offense ranked first in the SEC in points per game (40.8) and second in yards (482.0) in 2025 ⬇️
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The Vols' offense ranked first in the SEC in points per game (40.8) and second in yards (482.0) in 2025 ⬇️
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Tennessee Football Signs Offensive Coordinator Joey Halzle to New Deal | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football has inked a new deal with offensive coordinator Joey Halzle as he enters his fourth year on the job.
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December 12, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Tennessee football has reportedly signed OC Joey Halzle and WR coach Kelsey Pope to new two-year deals.
The Vols' offense ranked first in the SEC in points per game (40.8) and second in yards (482.0) in 2025 ⬇️
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The Vols' offense ranked first in the SEC in points per game (40.8) and second in yards (482.0) in 2025 ⬇️
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Before the reunion last night, Lady Vols legend Candace Parker shared why she committed to Tennessee and Pat Summitt.
"At that time, I think a lot of young ladies were told to shrink themselves, and Coach Summitt was like, no, you double down."
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"At that time, I think a lot of young ladies were told to shrink themselves, and Coach Summitt was like, no, you double down."
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Lady Vols Basketball Legend Candace Parker Shares Why She Chose to Play for Pat Summitt, Tennessee | Rocky Top Insider
Lady Vols basketball great Candace Parker revealed why she decided to go to Tennessee and play for Pat Summitt.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Before the reunion last night, Lady Vols legend Candace Parker shared why she committed to Tennessee and Pat Summitt.
"At that time, I think a lot of young ladies were told to shrink themselves, and Coach Summitt was like, no, you double down."
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"At that time, I think a lot of young ladies were told to shrink themselves, and Coach Summitt was like, no, you double down."
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Tennessee rookie James Pearce Jr. became the fourth rookie since 1982 to have a six-game sack streak on Thursday night.
His eight sacks on the season ties the Falcons' rookie franchise record, as well ⬇️
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His eight sacks on the season ties the Falcons' rookie franchise record, as well ⬇️
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Tennessee Football Rookie James Pearce Jr. Making History With Atlanta Falcons | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football rookie James Pearce Jr. is setting records in his first NFL season with the Atlanta Falcons.
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December 12, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Tennessee rookie James Pearce Jr. became the fourth rookie since 1982 to have a six-game sack streak on Thursday night.
His eight sacks on the season ties the Falcons' rookie franchise record, as well ⬇️
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His eight sacks on the season ties the Falcons' rookie franchise record, as well ⬇️
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Four Tennessee players have been named to the Coaches Freshman All-SEC Team:
- WR Braylon Staley
- OL David Sanders Jr.
- CB Ty Redmond
- LB Edwin Spillman
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- WR Braylon Staley
- OL David Sanders Jr.
- CB Ty Redmond
- LB Edwin Spillman
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Quartet of Tennessee Football Players Named to Freshman All-SEC Team | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football had four players named to the SEC All-Freshman Team voted on by coaches in the 2025 season.
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December 11, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Four Tennessee players have been named to the Coaches Freshman All-SEC Team:
- WR Braylon Staley
- OL David Sanders Jr.
- CB Ty Redmond
- LB Edwin Spillman
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- WR Braylon Staley
- OL David Sanders Jr.
- CB Ty Redmond
- LB Edwin Spillman
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Tennessee WR Chris Brazzell is declaring for the NFL draft and opting out of the Music City Bowl.
Here's who will step up in his place vs. Illinois ⬇️
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Here's who will step up in his place vs. Illinois ⬇️
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Tennessee Football WR Chris Brazzell Opting Out of Music City Bowl, Who Will Fill His Role | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football wide receiver Chris Brazzell II is not going to play in the Music City Bowl, leading to opportunities for these players.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Tennessee WR Chris Brazzell is declaring for the NFL draft and opting out of the Music City Bowl.
Here's who will step up in his place vs. Illinois ⬇️
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Here's who will step up in his place vs. Illinois ⬇️
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Lady Vols HC Kim Caldwell on Mia Pauldo vs. Stanford:
"Her turnover numbers have been great. She was hitting shots, she was playing with confidence, she’s been really good in practice ever since, so hopefully that was a good momentum builder for her."
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"Her turnover numbers have been great. She was hitting shots, she was playing with confidence, she’s been really good in practice ever since, so hopefully that was a good momentum builder for her."
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Everything Lady Vols HC Kim Caldwell Said Before Final Stretch of Non-Conference Play | Rocky Top Insider
Transcript of Lady Vols basketball head coach Kim Caldwell meeting with the media on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Lady Vols HC Kim Caldwell on Mia Pauldo vs. Stanford:
"Her turnover numbers have been great. She was hitting shots, she was playing with confidence, she’s been really good in practice ever since, so hopefully that was a good momentum builder for her."
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"Her turnover numbers have been great. She was hitting shots, she was playing with confidence, she’s been really good in practice ever since, so hopefully that was a good momentum builder for her."
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Josh Heupel and Tennessee football reportedly expected to make marquee defensive coordinator hire ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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Report: Josh Heupel Closing In On Marquee Defensive Coordinator Hire | Rocky Top Insider
Josh Heupel and Tennessee is reportedly closing in on hiring marquee defensive coordinator Jim Knowles from Penn State.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Josh Heupel and Tennessee football reportedly expected to make marquee defensive coordinator hire ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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Tennessee football wide receiver Braylon Staley has been named SEC Freshman of the Year.
He posted 64 receptions for 806 yards and six touchdowns ⬇️
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He posted 64 receptions for 806 yards and six touchdowns ⬇️
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Tennessee Football Breakout Wide Receiver Named SEC Freshman of the Year | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football breakout slot receiver Braylon Staley has been named SEC Freshman of the Year for his 2025 season.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Tennessee football wide receiver Braylon Staley has been named SEC Freshman of the Year.
He posted 64 receptions for 806 yards and six touchdowns ⬇️
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He posted 64 receptions for 806 yards and six touchdowns ⬇️
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Lady Vols basketball dropped to a projected 4-seed in ESPN's updated bracketology ⬇️
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Lady Vols Basketball Drop Projected Seed in NCAA Tournament in Updated Bracketology | Rocky Top Insider
Lady Vols Basketball Drop Projected Seed in NCAA Tournament in Updated Bracketology
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December 9, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Lady Vols basketball dropped to a projected 4-seed in ESPN's updated bracketology ⬇️
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Former Tennessee RB Jaylen Wright in the Dolphins' blowout win over the Jets on Sunday:
- 24 carries
- 107 yards
- 1 TD
Full VFL in the NFL recap ⬇️
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- 24 carries
- 107 yards
- 1 TD
Full VFL in the NFL recap ⬇️
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How Former Tennessee Football Stars Did in the NFL During Week 14 | Rocky Top Insider
A player-by-player look at how former Tennessee football standout players fared in the NFL during the week 14 slate of games.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Former Tennessee RB Jaylen Wright in the Dolphins' blowout win over the Jets on Sunday:
- 24 carries
- 107 yards
- 1 TD
Full VFL in the NFL recap ⬇️
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- 24 carries
- 107 yards
- 1 TD
Full VFL in the NFL recap ⬇️
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Well-sourced college football reporter offers a name to know in Tennessee's search for its next defensive coordinator ⬇️
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Well-Sourced Reporter Reveals Name to Know in Tennessee's Defensive Coordinator Search | Rocky Top Insider
Pete Nakos of On3 named this acting defensive coordinator as a name to watch as Tennessee football looks to replace Tim Banks.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Well-sourced college football reporter offers a name to know in Tennessee's search for its next defensive coordinator ⬇️
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Tennessee right tackle David Sanders Jr. has been named a True Freshman All-American by On3 ⬇️
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Tennessee OL David Sanders Jr. Named to True Freshman All-American Team | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football offensive lineman David Sanders Jr. was named to On3's True Freshman All-American Team for his season.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Tennessee right tackle David Sanders Jr. has been named a True Freshman All-American by On3 ⬇️
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Tennessee HC Josh Heupel on firing DC Tim Banks:
"These are tough decisions but one I ultimately felt was necessary for the future of our program..."
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"These are tough decisions but one I ultimately felt was necessary for the future of our program..."
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What Josh Heupel Said About Decision to Fire Tennessee Defensive Coordinator Tim Banks | Rocky Top Insider
What Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel said about why he fired defensive coordinator Tim Banks on Monday.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Tennessee HC Josh Heupel on firing DC Tim Banks:
"These are tough decisions but one I ultimately felt was necessary for the future of our program..."
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"These are tough decisions but one I ultimately felt was necessary for the future of our program..."
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Source confirms to @rockytopinsider that William Inge will serve as Tennessee's interim defensive coordinator.
He was the co-defensive coordinator for Kalen DeBoer's playoff team at Washington.
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He was the co-defensive coordinator for Kalen DeBoer's playoff team at Washington.
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William Inge Named Interim Defensive Coordinator for Tennessee After Firing of Tim Banks | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football has settled on an interim defensive coordinator after the firing of Tim Banks by Josh Heupel.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Source confirms to @rockytopinsider that William Inge will serve as Tennessee's interim defensive coordinator.
He was the co-defensive coordinator for Kalen DeBoer's playoff team at Washington.
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He was the co-defensive coordinator for Kalen DeBoer's playoff team at Washington.
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According to a report from @PeteThamel, Tennessee football and Josh Heupel have fired defensive coordinator Tim Banks ⬇️
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Tennessee Defensive Coordinator Tim Banks Reportedly Fired After Five Seasons With Josh Heupel | Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee football has reportedly fired Tim Banks as the defensive coordinator and safeties coach after spending five years with the program.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
According to a report from @PeteThamel, Tennessee football and Josh Heupel have fired defensive coordinator Tim Banks ⬇️
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Lady Vols basketball moves up one spot to No. 18 in the AP Poll after beating Stanford on the road ⬇️
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Where Lady Vols Basketball is Ranked in Updated AP Poll After Beating Stanford | Rocky Top Insider
A look at where Lady Vols basketball is ranked in the refreshed AP Poll following its win over Stanford on the road.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Lady Vols basketball moves up one spot to No. 18 in the AP Poll after beating Stanford on the road ⬇️
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Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema insinuates senior quarterback Luke Altmyer will play in the Music City Bowl vs. Tennessee ⬇️
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Illinois Head Coach Insinuates Quarterback Luke Altmyer Will Play in Music City Bowl vs. Tennessee | Rocky Top Insider
Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema all but confirmed that Luke Altmyer will play in the Music City Bowl vs. Tennessee.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema insinuates senior quarterback Luke Altmyer will play in the Music City Bowl vs. Tennessee ⬇️
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Illinois head coach Bret Bielema on playing the Vols in the Music City Bowl:
"To play Tennessee, a very, very gifted football team. Mirror us a lot, probably in the fact that they have a very dynamic quarterback."
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"To play Tennessee, a very, very gifted football team. Mirror us a lot, probably in the fact that they have a very dynamic quarterback."
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What Illinois HC Bret Bielema Said About Tennessee Before Music City Bowl | Rocky Top Insider
Transcript of Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema talking about the matchup with Tennessee in the Music City Bowl.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema on playing the Vols in the Music City Bowl:
"To play Tennessee, a very, very gifted football team. Mirror us a lot, probably in the fact that they have a very dynamic quarterback."
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"To play Tennessee, a very, very gifted football team. Mirror us a lot, probably in the fact that they have a very dynamic quarterback."
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