There's not a lot of intel flying around about the Tennessee Vols' search for a new defensive coordinator. And that's by design. Vols head coach Josh Heupel likes to keep things close to the vest, which is why there's not a lot of legitimate information about the search out there right now.

The Tennessee Volunteers had a lot of ups and downs throughout the season, both on and off the field. Before the season started, they were forced to battle some

Tennessee football moves on from Tim Banks and is expected to hire Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator in a major defensive shakeup.

The Tennessee Vols have several players that will be making NFL Draft decisions over the next couple of weeks. Several Tennessee players -- such as linebacker Arion Carter and offensive lineman Lance Heard -- likely wouldn't be a first round selections in the 2026 NFL Draft,

Chris Low from On3 provides key information and details as the Vols look for their next defensive coordinator.

Staley becomes just the third Volunteer to earn the award, joining Peyton Manning (1994) and Jamal Lewis (1997).

Tennessee is reportedly targeting former Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, one day after UW DC Ryan Walters brushed off links to the Volunteers.

Illinois is headed to Nashville for a Music City Bowl clash against Tennessee, with both teams chasing a big finish to the 2025 season

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