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Jimmy’s blog: Yarbrough never felt pressure as McDonald’s All-American
Former UT star put up some solid numbers
Abbott, Schutzler Headed to Salinas Valley Sports HOF
Both Abbott and Schutzler finished their time on Rocky Top as part of one of the most successful stretches in program history with three consecutive trips to the Women’s College World Series from 2005 through 2007.
Video: Jordan Bowden discusses season, career, preparing for hoops future and more
Vols exiting senior guard Jordan Bowden discussed, via video teleconference with the media, his season, career, handling of social distancing, SEC Tournament that never happened, his basketball future and more.
Tennessee Takes Charge Friday with SEC Network Takeover
Ten Tennessee athletic events from the 2019-20 season and two documentaries – SEC Storied: The Color Orange and Nine for IX: Pat XO – highlight UT’s 24-hour takeover.
UT’S Davis Named WBCA Region Finalist
Davis connected on 46.9 percent of her attempts from the field and 80.2 percent from the free throw line, and she tallied a team-leading 34 three-pointers this season.
List of 5 one-time Vols and 3 local players in NFL; 2019 recaps
Mix of veterans and young players in this group of 8 with 2019 recaps of each in NFL
Updated list of 32 VFL U. of Tennessee players in NFL with 2019 recaps
Vols have 7 DLs in NFL; Broncos and Eagles have the most UT players; more VFL breakdowns
Lady Vols’ Rennia Davis garners USBWA postseason accolades
The United States Basketball Writers Association announced Monday its women’s basketball All-America team, and Tennessee’s Rennia Davis was among those earning honorable mention.
Silverberg: Which schools missed out the most from the canceled tourney?
Which schools missed a rare opportunity at a big tournament run this year?
Tennessee Takes Top Honors for Combined Hoops Attendance
Tennessee drew more fans to Thompson-Boling Arena for men’s and women’s basketball games during the 2019-20 season than any other school in America.
Great Games in NCAA Tournament History Airing on 99.1 The Sports Animal
99.1 The Sports Animal, via Westwood One, the official network radio partner of the NCAA, will rerun 15 Great Games in NCAA Tournament History.
Lady Vol Basketball’s Rennia Davis nets AP All-America Honorable Mention
The Associated Press (AP) announced its women’s basketball All-America honors on Thursday afternoon, and Tennessee’s Rennia Davis is among those receiving honorable mention.
Jimmy’s blog: Would canceling spring practice be a big deal to SEC teams?
It is for first-year coaches installing new systems
Cainer’s Corner: What are you going to talk about?
There’s no shortage of conversation – now or ever.
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey Media Teleconference Transcript March 18, 2020
Below is the transcript of SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s media teleconference. Names of speakers are on the left of each statement. This is courtesy of the SEC office.
SEC Statement on remaining 2020 competition being canceled
The Southeastern Conference today announced that all regular season conference and non-conference competitions are cancelled for the remainder of the 2019-20 athletic year, including all remaining SEC championship events.
Video: Vitello “We felt like we had a great team. Where the season would have taken us, who knows.”
University of Tennessee baseball head coach Tony Vitello visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Alford-Sullivan on season ending at NCAAs “It was just extremely difficult for our young people”
University of Tennessee director of track & field and cross country Beth Alford-Sullivan visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Weekly on NCAA “They are interested in granting eligibility relief to all current student athletes (not just seniors)”
University of Tennessee softball co=head coach Karen Weekly visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Harper on hoops eligibility relief “I would have to see what it looks like. We have a lot of questions to be answered.”
University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions. Watch that full press conference below.
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College Football News
Nation’s top 2021 RB Henderson chooses Ohio State
TreVeyon Henderson, ranked the nation’s top-ranked prep junior running back in the country, committed to Ohio State on Friday.The 5-foot-10 Henderson, out of Hopewell, Va., chose the Buckeyes over
Former Texas star, Vikings OL Tausch dead at 61
Terry Tausch, a two-time All-America offensive lineman for the University of Texas and second-round draft pick of the Minnesota Vikings, died Wednesday night, the school announced. He was 61 years old
Washington State DB Beekman dies at 22
Washington State redshirt senior safety Bryce Beekman died Tuesday night in Pullman, Wash. He was 22.The cause of death and other details were not immediately available.According to reports, pol
FSU RB Corbin granted immediate eligibility
Florida State running back Jashaun Corbin will be allowed to play immediately after transferring from Texas A&M.The school announced the NCAA’s approval of the transfer waiver on Tuesday. Corbin wi
Rutgers adds transfer OL Morris
Rutgers brought in another transfer as offensive lineman Marquis Morris will suit up for the Scarlet Knights in the fall after leaving William & Mary.Morris will have four years of eligibility left
Braves news
Braves 1B Freeman says elbow swelling not a concern
Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman said the swelling of his surgically impaired right elbow won’t keep him out long and he expects to return to the spring training lineup next week.Speaki
Braves sit 1B Freeman (elbow) as precaution
The Atlanta Braves pulled first baseman Freddie Freeman from Tuesday’s spring training game against the Minnesota Twins over concerns regarding his inflamed right elbow.The Braves said Freeman had
Braves OF Markakis wants ‘beating’ for cheating Astros
Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis ratcheted up the aggressive criticism of the Houston Astros on Tuesday, calling for a “beating” for players cheating the game.”It’s anger. I feel like every
Braves extend manager Snitker, GM Anthopoulos
The Atlanta Braves on Monday extended manager Brian Snitker’s contract and promoted general manager Alex Anthopoulos to president of baseball operations and GM.The contracts of Snitker and his coac
LH Hamels (shoulder) out as Braves open spring training
Left-hander Cole Hamels, signed in the offseason by Atlanta, isn’t in spring training with the rest of the Braves as he deals with soreness in his throwing shoulder.Manager Brian Snitker told repor
Blogs
Jimmy’s blog: Yarbrough never felt pressure as McDonald’s All-American
Former UT star put up some solid numbers
List of 5 one-time Vols and 3 local players in NFL; 2019 recaps
Mix of veterans and young players in this group of 8 with 2019 recaps of each in NFL
Updated list of 32 VFL U. of Tennessee players in NFL with 2019 recaps
Vols have 7 DLs in NFL; Broncos and Eagles have the most UT players; more VFL breakdowns
Silverberg: Which schools missed out the most from the canceled tourney?
Which schools missed a rare opportunity at a big tournament run this year?
Jimmy’s blog: Would canceling spring practice be a big deal to SEC teams?
It is for first-year coaches installing new systems
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Great Games in NCAA Tournament History
99.1 The Sports Animal will rerun 15 Great Games in NCAA Tournament History to help college basketball fans experience the madness of March, after the NCAA cancelled this year’s winter and spring championships.
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Restaurants Offering Takeout & Delivery
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Titans News
Titans sign OL Sambrailo to one-year deal
The Tennessee Titans signed veteran offensive lineman Ty Sambrailo to a one-year deal Wednesday.Sambrailo, 28, appeared in 44 games (six starts) with Atlanta after being acquired before the 2017 se
Broncos acquire DT Casey from Titans
The Denver Broncos acquired five-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jurrell Casey from the Tennessee Titans for a seventh-round draft pick in 2020, the teams announced Thursday.Casey, 30, has spent his
Reports: Broncos acquire DT Casey from Titans
The Denver Broncos acquired Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jurrell Casey from the Tennessee Titans for a seventh-round draft pick in 2020, multiple outlets reported Wednesday.Casey, 30, has spent his en
Titans franchise tag 2019 rushing leader Henry
The Tennessee Titans placed the franchise tag on 2019 NFL rushing champion Derrick Henry on Monday.One day after signing quarterback Ryan Tannehill to a long-term contract, the Titans kept their 1-
Titans face decisions as free agency looms
One effect of the passage of the NFL’s collective bargaining agreement is the loss of a player tag: teams can use either the franchise tag or the transition tag this offseason, but not both.One tea
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NFL notebook: Rodgers escaped Peru before airport shutdown
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers barely got out of Peru on March 18 just before the airport closed down due to the coronavirus pandemic, he said Friday.Speaking to radio hosts A.J. Hawk,
Packers’ Rodgers escaped Peru before airport shutdown
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers barely got out of Peru on March 18 just before the airport closed down due to the coronavirus pandemic, he said Friday.Speaking to radio hosts A.J. Hawk,
Redskins sign T Lucas to two-year deal
The Washington Redskins signed free agent tackle Cornelius Lucas on Friday.NFL Network reported it was a two-year deal worth $5.3 million.Lucas, 28, has played both right and left tackle in his
Cowboys sign veteran K Zuerlein to 3-year deal
The Dallas Cowboys signed veteran kicker Greg Zuerlein to a three-year contract on Friday.The deal is worth $7.5 million, NFL Network reported.Zuerlein, 32, who has spent all eight of his NFL se
Report: Eagles exercise 2021 option on TE Ertz
The Philadelphia Eagles exercised their 2021 option on Pro Bowl tight end Zach Ertz.Ertz, 29, will earn $8 million in 2020 and $8.25 million in 2021.He registered 88 catches for 916 yards and si