# Five Forgotten Tennessee Vols Who Could Define The Team’s 2026 Success

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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: 2026-06-18T04:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

Tennessee Volunteers' overlooked talent could be their secret weapon this fall. Which forgotten names are poised for breakout seasons and can the Vols pull off an early upset against Texas in a high-stakes SEC opener? Eric Cain spotlights five under-the-radar Vols—Wendell Moe, Jadon Perlotte, Travis Smith, Nathan Robinson and Nic Moore—who could make major impacts for Josh Heupel’s squad in 2026. The show examines quarterback battles between George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon, the revamped defense under Jim Knowles, and questions whether Tennessee’s home-field advantage is enough to topple the Longhorns. Plus, get the scoop on Tennessee baseball's recruiting wins, including the addition of standout transfer Wyatt Hanoian. Is a surprise star about to emerge in Knoxville? Don’t miss this insider look at Tennessee’s path to SEC contention.

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