# BREAKING: Slim Leavell Commits to Tennessee Football | Vols Recruiting HEATING Up

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Podcast: [Locked On Vols - Daily Podcast On Tennessee Volunteers Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-vols-daily-podcast-on-tennessee-volunteers-football-basketball-774642)
Published: 2026-05-19T04:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

Brandon ‘Slim’ Leavell’s commitment shakes up Tennessee Volunteers recruiting—could this under-the-radar cornerback be a breakout star for the class of 2027? Host Eric Cain breaks down Leavell’s athletic profile, positional versatility, and rapid rise from Goodpasture standout to priority target, outdueling offers from Florida, Clemson, and NC State. Cain explores what Leavell’s length, speed, and receiver experience mean for the Vols’ secondary and how his coach’s rave reviews forecast a high ceiling despite a current three-star ranking. The episode examines Tennessee’s evolving recruiting strategy, the ripple effect on future defensive backfield targets like Caden Moss and Antonio Berry, and where Leavell fits within the depth chart behind names like Ty Redmond and Trey Poteet. Plus, listeners get updates on the broader 2027 class, special teams potential, and what this commitment signals for Josh Heupel’s approach to in-state recruiting battles. Are three-star recruits the hidden gems in Tennessee’s football rebuild?

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