Tennessee center Sam Pendleton was arrested on May 24 on a DUI charge, according to Knoxville police, shedding light on why he didn't play vs. Furman.

The Tennessee Vols were without a key starting offensive lineman against Furman.

Three recruits speak with Vols on SI about Tennessee's win over Furman

Faizon Brandon led No. 20 Tennessee to a 56-9 victory over Furman, throwing for 226 yards and three touchdowns and running for two more. Tennessee built a 42-0 lead before George MacIntyre took

Tennessee wide receiver Mike Matthews had a big game in the Volunteers' season-opening win over Furman. Tennessee junior wide receiver Mike Matthews had a huge game in the Vols' 56-9 win over Furman on Saturday, catching four passes for 132 yards and two touchdowns. Matthews' day was highlighted by two long touchdown catches.

The Tennessee Vols have won their first game of the season, knocking off the Furman Paladins 56-9. The game went as it should, with Tennessee being able to move

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) – The Vols are off to a 1-0 start to the 2026 season after dominating Furman, 56-9, in the season opener. True-freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon shined in his debut, recording three passing touchdowns as well as two rushing scores.

Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter was suspended for the Vols’ season opener over a $427 flight he accepted from an agent. Despite the absurdity of the punishment, Carter, who repaid the money, did not let the setback ruin his outlook.