# RECRUITING: Kenneth Simon FLIPS to Tennessee and Q’Mari Hudson COMMITS to Vols

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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: 2026-06-15T04:05:00+00:00
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Tennessee Volunteers shake up SEC recruiting with a blockbuster flip of linebacker Kenneth Simon from Alabama and the commitment of four-star offensive tackle Q’Mari Hudson. How will Josh Heupel’s newest additions impact the Volunteers' class ranking and SEC standing as they stack talent for 2027? Eric Cain spotlights key recruiting wins, official visit buzz around prospects like Dayon Cooper and five-star wide receiver Xavier Sapp, and discusses the ongoing importance of legacy connections. The episode breaks down position depth, development paths for new recruits, and emerging leaders in the locker room. Plus, speculation heats up over which Vols should represent Tennessee at upcoming SEC Media Days, with names like Arion Carter and Desean Bishop leading the conversation. Will Tennessee keep the momentum rolling as more commitments loom?

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