Smokey XII Joins the Tennessee Volunteer Family
Smokey XII will make his official debut on April 11 at the 2026 Orange and White spring football game in Neyland Stadium.
Nine Students Named Torchbearers
Eight seniors and one recent graduate have been named Torchbearers, UT’s highest undergraduate student honor.
UT To Celebrate Seniors at Home Football Finale Against Vanderbilt
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will welcome fans to the final home football game of the season Saturday, Nov. 29, against in-state rival Vanderbilt University. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. EST inside Neyland Stadium.
Smokey XI to Retire
Smokey XI will step away from mascot responsibilities and enjoy a quiet, peaceful retirement with his pack — his brother, his dad Smokey X and the Hudson family.
UT to Celebrate Icons, Honor Service Members at Homecoming Football Game
UT will round out Homecoming week Saturday, Nov. 15, welcoming fans to campus for its football game against New Mexico State University. With Veterans Day earlier in the week, the matchup is also designated as the university’s annual Salute to Service game.
UT to Host Events Honoring Veterans
UT will commemorate Veterans Day with a variety of events to celebrate those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
UT to Welcome Fans for SEC Matchup Against Oklahoma
Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, as UT takes on the University of Oklahoma. The Volunteers will wear their Dark Mode uniforms for the matchup, with pregame and halftime light shows illuminating Neyland Stadium.
Champions Weekend Highlights Football Game Against Arkansas
UT will welcome fans to campus Saturday, Oct. 11, for the football game against the University of Arkansas. The weekend is designated Champions Weekend, presented by Pilot, to honor the university’s championship-winning teams and individuals and the newest Tennessee Athletics Hall of Fame inductees.
UT Investments Enhance Student Experience, Support Research and Workforce Needs
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is building for the future – investing in its campus to enhance the student experience and support high-impact research, academic excellence, the workforce needs of the state and world-class athletics.
UT Welcomes Fans to Campus for Saturday’s Football Matchup Versus UAB
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will welcome fans to campus Saturday, Sept. 20, for the football game against the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Kickoff is set for 12:45 p.m., with gates to open at 10:15 a.m. The game will be broadcast on the SEC Network.
Checker Neyland, “College GameDay” Broadcast Highlight UT’s SEC Opener Against Georgia
Game day returns to campus on Saturday, Sept. 13, as the Volunteers face off against the University of Georgia. This weekend’s matchup is the annual Checker Neyland game, presented by Pilot, and fans are encouraged to wear orange or white. ESPN’s “College GameDay” will also broadcast live from the Ayres Hall lawn.
Tennessee Football Returns to Neyland for Home Opener Against ETSU
Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, as the Vols take on East Tennessee State University in their first home football game of the season. The game will be a digital-only broadcast on ESPN+/SEC Network+.