The Tennessee Vols are expected to be in the market for a transfer quarterback when the portal opens on January 2. That could change, however, depending on whether Joey Aguilar is granted an additional year of eligibility.

The Tennessee Vols received some important clarity on Wednesday on their quarterback room for the 2026 season. On3's Hayes Fawcett reported on Wednesday morning that Vols redshirt freshman quarterback Jake Merklinger is set to enter the NCAA transfer portal.

The No. 13 Tennessee Volunteers square off against the No. 14 Illinois Fighting Illini at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee

With redshirt freshman Jake Merklinger entering the transfer portal and Joey Aguilar unlikely to return in 2026, it's reasonable to expect the Tennessee Vols to target a quarterback in the transfer portal this offseason.

The Tennessee Vols are expected to target a quarterback in the transfer portal, though it's unclear at this point if they'll target a marquee option or someone who can provide some depth. For now, the feeling is that Joey Aguilar,

Evan Fiebig wins rugby national championship with Tennessee after playing football for former Vols' tight ends coach.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Volunteers have two more weeks to get ready for their final game of the season. The Big Orange play Illinois in the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl on Tuesday, December 30, in Nashville. This is likely the final game for a handful of Tennessee seniors, who will try to go out as winners.

The Pittsburgh Steelers hosted a workout for former Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker as they evaluate team's quarterback depth.