Tennessee Volunteers Face Injury Setbacks Ahead No. 6 Georgia Clash

The Tennessee Volunteers have made an impressive start to the 2025-26 college football season, scoring 117 points across two games and currently ranked No. 15 nationally. Head coach Josh Heupel praised former star running back Dylan Sampson, now with the Cleveland Browns, and highlighted the depth and versatility of Tennessee's current running back corps, led by DeSean Bishop. Despite this strong start, Tennessee faces challenges ahead, including the absence of highly touted offensive tackle David Sanders due to a shoulder injury, which impacts their preparation for a pivotal Week 2 matchup against No. 6 Georgia. Heupel emphasized the importance of focus and fundamentals amid the hype surrounding the game, especially with ESPN's College GameDay on campus. The Volunteers have yet to face a ranked or SEC opponent this season, making the Georgia game a crucial test of their title aspirations. Tennessee's young players have been lauded for their attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure early in the season.