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Texas A&M running back Ainias Smith (0) reacts after scoring a touchdown against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Tennessee looking to ruin No. 5 Texas A&M's playoff hopes

By Teresa M. Walker Dec. 17, 2020 01:09 PM EST

In this Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, photo, Arizona coach Kevin Sumlin reacts during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Arizona State in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona fired Sumlin on Saturday, Dec. 12, a day after a 70-7 loss to Arizona State extended the Wildcats' losing streak to a record 12 games over two seasons.(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Top 25 Takeaways: Miami humiliated; Texas sticks with Herman

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 12, 2020 10:24 PM EST

Arkansas State hiring former Tennessee coach Butch Jones

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 12, 2020 07:58 PM EST
Arkansas State hired former Tennessee coach Butch Jones as its new head coach Saturday. Jones has spent the last three seasons in an off...

Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano (2) is tackled by Arkansas defenders during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)

Struggling Volunteers working to fix 3rd quarter breakdowns

By Teresa M. Walker Nov. 09, 2020 06:00 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones (10) passes while being pursued by Mississippi defensive end Ryder Anderson (89) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020. Alabama won 63-48. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Path to 2 SEC in CFP is through Tide

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 17, 2020 09:04 PM EDT

Miami lineman Jaelan Phillips celebrates after intercepting a pass from Florida State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Michael Laughlin/South Florida Sun-Sentinel via AP)

College Football Picks: Tennessee, Miami take big swings

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 07, 2020 04:00 PM EDT

Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) is sacked by Kansas State defensive end Bronson Massie (90) during an NCAA college football game in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020. (Ian Maule/Tulsa World via AP)

College Football Picks: Another week of Big 12 upset alerts

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 30, 2020 01:42 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 20, 2019, file photo, Georgia offensive lineman Cade Mays (77) runs a drill during an NCAA football practice in Athens, Ga. Georgia sophomore Cade Mays' attorney says the versatile offensive lineman plans to transfer and will have a strong case to be granted immediate eligibility in 2020. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP, File)

Mays transfers to Tennessee after his father sues Georgia

By Charles Odum Jan. 09, 2020 06:41 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2013, file photo, then-Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Greg Schiano reacts on the sideline in the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. Schiano will not be returning to Rutgers because the school and its former football coach were unable to come to an agreement on a deal, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because neither side wanted to make the negotiations public. Schiano spent 11 seasons at Rutgers before leaving for the NFL in 2012. (AP Photo/Bill Feig, File)

Failure to rehire Schiano as coach has Rutgers fans upset

By Tom Canavan Nov. 25, 2019 07:15 PM EST

AP source: Schiano, Rutgers can’t reach deal on return

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 24, 2019 06:02 PM EST
Greg Schiano won’t be returning to Rutgers because the school and its former football coach were unable to come to an agreement on a deal, a person familiar...

Tennessee unveils updated plans for Neyland renovation

Nov. 08, 2019 05:43 PM EST
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee has unveiled updated plans for a Neyland Stadium renovation as the facility approaches its 100-year anniversary. ...

Tennessee wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) runs for yardage in the first half of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Tennessee WR Jauan Jennings making most of second chance

By Steve Megargee Oct. 31, 2019 05:31 PM EDT

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) passes against Texas A&M during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)

Tennessee trying to snap 12-year losing streak vs Alabama

By John Zenor Oct. 17, 2019 02:42 PM EDT

Tennessee quarterback Brian Maurer (18) looks to evade Georgia defensive lineman Travon Walker (44) at Neyland Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019 in Knoxville, Tenn.(C.B. Schmelter/Chattanooga Times Free Press via AP)

Mississippi State, Tennessee both seeking to find momentum

By Steve Megargee Oct. 11, 2019 08:00 AM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 11, 2018 file photo, Mississippi State football defensive coordinator Bob Shoop, talks about senior players' leadership with reporters during the Mississippi State Media Day, in Starkville, Miss. Mississippi State defensive coordinator Bob Shoop will see familiar faces Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019 when the Bulldogs visit Tennessee. Shoop was Tennessee’s defensive coordinator. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File)

Mississippi State's Shoop ready to face his former team

By Paul Jones Oct. 10, 2019 02:49 AM EDT

Arizona State running back Eno Benjamin (3) carries the ball in the second half during an NCAA college football game against Arizona, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz. The Sun Devils have nothing to worry about at running back with Eno Benjamin in the backfield. He set a school record with 1,642 yards rushing _ fifth nationally _ and was a third-team Associated Press All-American in 2018. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Pick 6: Minnesota, Baylor among dark horse league contenders

By Ralph D. Russo Aug. 18, 2019 11:04 AM EDT

Tennessee athletics reports deficit of nearly $6.5 million

Jan. 24, 2019 03:24 PM EST
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee's athletics department has reported a budget deficit of nearly $6.5 million for the 2018 fiscal year, thanks partly to hefty...

Missouri quarterback Drew Lock (3) throws to a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Missouri trounces Tennessee 50-17 for third straight win

By Steve Megargee Nov. 17, 2018 07:15 PM EST

Tennessee seeks bowl eligibility as it hosts Missouri

By Steve Megargee Nov. 16, 2018 12:38 PM EST
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee has an opportunity Saturday to show how far it has come in the last year. One year after setting a school record for...