Tennessee star defensive end James Pearce Jr. is declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft, he announced late on Wednesday just before the declaration deadline for underclassmen. Pearce emerged as one of the top edge rushers in college football over the past two seasons while helping the Volunteers take significant defensive strides.

James Pearce, a 6-foot-5, 243-pounder, is among the top pass rushers in the 2025 NFL Draft. He is as a projected first-round pick.

Tennessee edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Pearce, who made the announcement on social media Wednesday, will forgo his senior season. He projects as a first-round pick in April's draft.

After tearing his ACL during an offseason training session, All-American Jermod McCoy will likely miss several months from his injury.

Jermod McCoy, an All-American and leader of Tennessee football's defense, tore his ACL in an offseason workout. Tennessee Volunteers' All-SEC defensive back Jer

Jermod McCoy earned All-America and All-SEC honors in the 2024 season as one of college football's best cornerbacks.

The Tennessee Volunteers are working on an extension for defensive coordinator Tim Banks. The Tennessee Volunteers have now turned their attention to the 2025

The Tennessee Volunteers will retain defensive coordinator Tim Banks this offseason, according to ESPN’s Chris Low. Banks was working on an expiring contract as the two sides negotiated an extension.