Tennessee will kick off its 2023 season on Sept. 2.
The Vols will play Virginia at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. Kickoff is slated for noon EDT and ABC will televise the season-opening matchup.
Former Tennessee running back signee Cody Brown enters his second season at Virginia in 2023.
Josh Heupel was hired as Tennessee’s head coach on Jan. 27, 2021.
Brown was released from his national letter of intent to play for Tennessee on Feb. 17, 2021.
“Thank you to the Tennessee coaches and staff that recruited me and made me a part of their family,” Brown announced. “Most of all thank you Vol nation for the support and love you have given me throughout my commitment.
“After a lot of of thought and consideration, my family and I have decided that it would be best for me to reevaluate my options and put my name into the transfer portal. Please respect my decision.”
Brown played for Miami in 2021. He appeared in 10 games with the Hurricanes, recording 139 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns.
He transferred to Virginia ahead of the 2022 season. He appeared in four games with the Cavaliers, recording four rushing yards.
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