# Why These Two Tennessee Vols Won The Offseason

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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: 2026-08-31T04:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

Tennessee Volunteers kick off game week with true freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon seizing the starting role—can Brandon handle the SEC spotlight and lead the offense to new heights? Eric Cain spotlights Brandon’s rapid rise, the intense QB competition with George MacIntyre, and Mike Matthews’ quest to break out as a top wide receiver in the Southeastern Conference. On defense, Xavier Gilliam earns praise as the offseason’s big winner up front, while linebacker Arion Carter looks to return from “suspension” and anchor the tackling corps. Key topics include statistical predictions for leaders in passing, rushing, receiving, and sacks, plus a breakdown of Tennessee’s season-opening matchup against Furman. With Josh Heupel’s squad turning the page to meaningful football, can the Volunteers establish momentum and set the tone for the season?

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