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WATCH: Brian Robinson works his way into end zone for first score of game

Alabama strikes first with a powerful run by Brian Robinson!

Alabama hosts the Tennessee Volunteers tonight for yet another installment of the ‘Third Saturday in October,’ as the Crimson Tide look to extend the active win streak that dates back to 2007.

Pete Golding’s defense was able to hold Tennessee to a three-and-out on the opening drive of the game, and starting from their own 15, Alabama made the trip all the way into the Volunteers end zone for the first score of the game.

Following a handful of solid passes and runs by Bryce Young, Brian Robinson made his way in for six points.

Roll Tide Wire will continue coverage of the Crimson Tide as they take on Tennessee.

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Tennessee’s star LB announces decision to transfer. Is he coming to Alabama?

With the news of Jeremy Pruitt being fired from Tennessee, numerous players are now leaving the program. One of which being former Alaba…

Henry To’o To’o was a four-star linebacker recruit out of California in the 2019 class, he committed to Jeremy Pruitt’s Tennessee team over Alabama, though recruiting experts thought both programs had a decent chance at landing him.

Now, as Pruitt’s time with the Volunteers has come to an end, To’o To’o will also leave the program. He announced his decision to transfer via Twitter.

With a history of being linked to the Crimson Tide and his then-recruiter, Pete Golding, could To’o To’o transfer to Alabama?

He has not made any announcements regaridng potential landing spots, but surely he would be a welcomed addition to the Crimson Tide defense.

Having an immediate impact as a true freshman, To’o To’o has certainly put up impressive numbers through his first two years. So far, he’s tallied 140 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, an interception returned for a touchdown, one fumble recovery and four pass deflections.

An inside linebacker that can do it all.

Roll Tide Wire will publish any updates that are made available on To’o To’o’s transfer destination.

Tennessee’s Cade Mays ruled eligible: the saga is (almost) over

The NCAA has ruled Cade Mays eligible to play for the Tennessee Volunteers this season after transferring from the University of Georgia.

Tennessee’s appeal of Cade Mays’ eligibility is successful. Mays will be able to play for the Volunteers this season, assuming the SEC approves his transfer for immediate eligibility. It’s anticipated that the SEC will approve the transfer because players won’t lose a year of eligibility this season, even if they do play.

The NCAA originally denied the immediate eligibility request of former Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Cade Mays. Now, the NCAA is reversing their first decision and will allow Mays to play. Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt previously stated the school planned to appeal the NCAA’s first decision.

Mays, who committed to UGA as a five-star recruit in the class of 2018, announced his intentions to transfer to Tennessee and play for the Vols following Georgia’s Sugar Bowl victory over Baylor. Mays is from Knoxville and has a brother, Cooper, who plays for the Vols.

The Georgia Bulldogs face the Tennessee Volunteers on Oct. 10 this season in Athens. This is certainly a storyline to follow for that contest.

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Jay Bilas criticizes NCAA following Cade Mays’ denied eligibility

The NCAA has denied the immediate eligibility request of former UGA offensive lineman Cade Mays. Jay Bilas criticized the decision.

The NCAA has denied the immediate eligibility request of former Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Cade Mays. Mays is trying to play this season in Knoxville with the Tennessee Volunteers.

Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt stated that the school plans to appeal the NCAA’s decision.

Mays, who committed to UGA as a five-star recruit in the class of 2018, announced his intentions to transfer to Tennessee and play for the Vols following Georgia’s Sugar Bowl victory over Baylor. Mays is from Knoxville and has a brother, Cooper, who plays for the Vols.

ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas spoke out regarding the denial of Mays’ transfer request. Bilas sides with Mays. He thinks Mays should be immediately eligible. The NCAA is inconsistent on transfer rulings and that’s a source of both his and college sports fans’ frustration with the NCAA.

Here’s what Jay Bilas said on Twitter:

The NCAA has been frequently ruling quarterbacks immediately eligible, including Georgia’s J.T. Daniels. Alternatively, the NCAA is known to be tougher on transfers within the same conference.

One key difference between Cade Mays and J.T. Daniels is that Daniels missed much of the 2019 season with an injury. Mays on the other hand played throughout last season and didn’t miss much action.

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NCAA reaches decision on Cade Mays’ eligibility, UGA OLB Nolan Smith reacts

The NCAA has made a decision regarding the eligibility of former Georgia football OL Cade Mays, now with the Tennessee Volunteers.

The NCAA has reached a decision regarding the eligibility of former Georgia offensive lineman Cade Mays, who transferred to Tennessee following the 2019 season.

The NCAA has denied Mays’ request for immediate eligibility this season in Knoxville.

Volunteers head coach Jeremy Pruitt stated that the school plans to appeal the NCAA’s decision.

Mays, who committed to Georgia as a five-star offensive lineman in the class of 2018, announced his intentions to transfer back home to Tennessee and play for the Vols after two successful seasons in Athens. Mays is from Knoxville and has a brother who plays for the Vols.

Additionally, Mays’ family is suing UGA for an incident that transpired while on a high school recruiting trip.

Over the course of two years Mays started in 18 games for Georgia and was set to be a starter for the 2020 Dawgs.

Georgia pass rusher Nolan Smith took to Twitter following the news that Mays would have to sit out the season.

 

Oklahoma 2020 opponent Tennessee will be without star running back

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan was arrested on May 30 near his hometown in Lakeland, Florida.

Oklahoma’s schedule just got a tad bit easier.

Tennessee running back Tim Jordan was arrested on May 30 near his hometown in Lakeland, Florida. Upon further inspection of Jordan and his vehicle, he was arrested and charged with carrying a concealed firearm, possessing narcotic paraphernalia, and having 20 grams or less of cannabis.

Jordan was released on a $2,000 bond shortly after his booking.

In a Zoom media availability on Thursday, Volunteers head coach Jeremy Pruitt told reporters that Jordan was no longer on the team.

In his three seasons at Tennessee, Jordan rushed for 1,002 yards, four touchdowns, and averaged 4.1 yards per carry. Through the air, Jordan caught 26 passes for 227 yards over his three seasons in the Volunteers’ backfield.

So long as everything goes according to plan, Oklahoma and Tennessee will face off for the third time since 2014 and the fifth time in program history when the Sooners play host to the Volunteers on Sept. 12.

Oklahoma leads the all-time series 3-1 with the lone loss coming in 1939.

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Tennessee offers 2022 4-star cornerback

Tennessee offers 2022 4-star cornerback.

Tennessee has extended an offer to 4-star cornerback Jaylon Guilbeau from Port Arthur, Texas to be a part of the 2022 recruiting class.

Guilbeau is a 5-foot-11, 175-pound defensive back who rates as the No. 8 cornerback in his class, and the No. 8 player in Texas per 247Sports.

Guilbeau has the length to compete on the college level, and shows a very instinctive ability in coverage on his tape. The two-sport track and field athlete has fielded offers from Alabama, Georgia, LSU, USC, Penn State and others.

Tennessee does not yet have any prospects committed to the 2022 recruiting class.

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Tennessee offers in-state 2022 linebacker from CPA

Tennessee offers in-state 2022 linebacker from CPA.

Tennessee is looking to keep 2022 inside linebacker Langston Patterson in-state, as the Vols offered the Christ Presbyterian Academy product a scholarship.

Patterson is a rising junior at CPA, a Nashville private academy. At 6-foot-1, 210-pounds, Patterson also has offers from Nebraska, Louisville, Purdue, South Carolina and Coastal Carolina.

In his sophomore season at CPA, the Lions finished runner-up in DII-AA, falling to Evangelical Christian in the state championship game.

CPA has produced high-level college football talent, most recently sending 4-star linebacker Kane Patterson to Clemson.

Tennessee does not yet have any prospects committed to the 2022 recruiting class.

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Tennessee in top 6 for 2021 4-star Georgia lineman

Tennessee in top 6 for 2021 4-star Georgia lineman.

Tennessee took another step towards continuing its recruiting success in the 2021 cycle on Friday, as UT was included in the top six for 4-star Georgia offensive lineman Dylan Fairchild.

Tennessee joins an SEC-loaded list for the Cumming, Georgia native. LSU, South Carolina, Georgia, Auburn and Penn State were also included.

Fairchild rates as a 4-star prospect by the 247Sports Composite, and the No. 9 offensive guard in his class. He is also listed as the No. 158 player in the country and No. 13 player in Georgia.

A 6-foot-5, 298-pound prospect that is also a state champion wrestler, a skill that translates on his football tape. Fairchild is a balanced, explosive run and pass blocker.

Offensive line coach Will Friend is the primary recruiter assigned to Fairchild for Tennessee.

The Vols currently hold the top recruiting class in the SEC for 2021, and the No. 2 class in the country with 18 commitments. Only one offensive lineman has committed in Colby Smith, a 3-star tackle from North Carolina.

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Tennessee offers 2022 4-star safety, son of Super Bowl champion Donald Driver

Tennessee offers 2022 4-star safety, son of Super Bowl champion Donald Driver.

The last couple of weeks have been jam-packed with recruiting momentum for Tennessee’s 2021 class. However, the Vols have also been hitting the 2022 cycle hard and offered 4-star offensive lineman Cristian Driver from Argyle, Texas.

Driver is a rising junior at Liberty Christian High School at 6-foot-1, 180-pounds. 247Sports rates him as a 4-star safety, the No. 14 safety in his class and the No. 25 overall player in Texas for 2022.

Driver has an impressive recruiting profile, with offers from Michigan, LSU, Baylor, Florida State and several others. His father, Donald Driver, was an All-Pro wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers who played college football at Alcorn State.

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