This episode of Big Orange Sunday previews the upcoming fall football camp for the Tennessee Volunteers as the program enters August. Coach breaks down key position battles—most notably at quarterback—while evaluating team depth, recent coaching changes, and off-season roster developments. Additionally, the show explores the modern college football landscape, discussing off-field roster management, transfer portal mechanics, and recent national news affecting college athletics.

This episode of Big Orange Sunday previews the upcoming fall football camp for the Tennessee Volunteers as the program enters August. Coach breaks down key position battles&mdash;most notably at quarterback&mdash;while evaluating team depth, recent coaching changes, and off-season roster developments. Additionally, the show explores the modern college football landscape, discussing off-field roster management, transfer portal mechanics, and recent national news affecting college athletics.

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BIG ORANGE SUNDAY 08-2-26 -Fall Camp Prep: Quarterback Battles and Vol Roster Depth

Doug Matthews breaks down all the action from early fall camp as Tennessee football gets ready for the upcoming season. We discuss position battles to key priorities for the coaching staff, and more!

Then, Former Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman and All-American Bill Mayo joins the show to share memories as a Vol and his thoughts on the current Tennessee football team.

Doug Matthews breaks down all the action from early fall camp as Tennessee football gets ready for the upcoming season. We discuss position battles to key priorities for the coaching staff, and more!
Then, Former Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman and All-American Bill Mayo joins the show to share memories as a Vol and his thoughts on the current Tennessee football team.

BIG ORANGE SUNDAY 08-9-26- Fall Camp is Here & Bill Mayo Joins

Former Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman and All-American Bill Mayo joins the show to share memories from his stellar career in Knoxville and give his thoughts on the current Tennessee football team.


Vol History & Memories: Bill Mayo reflects on playing under Phillip Fulmer and John Majors, breaking the 11-year streak against Alabama in 1982, and blocking for Tennessee's first 1,000-yard rusher, Johnny Jones.


The Evolution of the Offense: A look back at how the Vol offense transitioned in the early 1980s under offensive coordinators Walt Harris and Art Saunders.


Fall Camp Observations: Bill shares his takeaways from attending a recent Tennessee practice, including his impressions of five-star tackle David Sanders and the overall size and athleticism of the modern offensive line.


Behind the Scenes: A fun walkthrough of UT’s updated football facilities, player amenities, and modern training tech.

Former Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman and All-American Bill Mayo joins the show to share memories from his stellar career in Knoxville and give his thoughts on the current Tennessee football team.
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Vol History &amp; Memories: Bill Mayo reflects on playing under Phillip Fulmer and John Majors, breaking the 11-year streak against Alabama in 1982, and blocking for Tennessee's first 1,000-yard rusher, Johnny Jones.
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The Evolution of the Offense: A look back at how the Vol offense transitioned in the early 1980s under offensive coordinators Walt Harris and Art Saunders.
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Fall Camp Observations: Bill shares his takeaways from attending a recent Tennessee practice, including his impressions of five-star tackle David Sanders and the overall size and athleticism of the modern offensive line.
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Behind the Scenes: A fun walkthrough of UT&rsquo;s updated football facilities, player amenities, and modern training tech.
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Vol Legend Bill Mayo on UT’s Offensive Line, the '80s Era & Tennessee's New Facilities

In this segment, we break down early observations through the first three practices and analyze the biggest storylines shaping the Volunteers' 2026 season.


Position Breakdown: The ongoing quarterback battle between McIntyre and Brandon, plus the search for impact players at edge rusher, linebacker, and wide receiver.


5 Key Fall Camp 'Musts': The essential lessons and priorities coaches must focus on—from working the depth chart to building fourth-quarter toughness.


Players to Watch: A look at second-year players and key transfers primed to step into bigger roles this season.


SEC Landscape: Quick thoughts on the Coaches Poll rankings and Tennessee’s tough SEC schedule ahead.

Plus, stick around for our new segment, "Do You Need Any Help?", where we dive into defense and team fundamentals.

In this segment, we break down early observations through the first three practices and analyze the biggest storylines shaping the Volunteers' 2026 season.
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Position Breakdown: The ongoing quarterback battle between McIntyre and Brandon, plus the search for impact players at edge rusher, linebacker, and wide receiver.
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5 Key Fall Camp 'Musts': The essential lessons and priorities coaches must focus on&mdash;from working the depth chart to building fourth-quarter toughness.
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Players to Watch: A look at second-year players and key transfers primed to step into bigger roles this season.
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SEC Landscape: Quick thoughts on the Coaches Poll rankings and Tennessee&rsquo;s tough SEC schedule ahead.
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Plus, stick around for our new segment, "Do You Need Any Help?", where we dive into defense and team fundamentals.

BIG ORANGE SUNDAY 08-2-26 -Fall Camp Prep: Quarterback Battles and Vol Roster Depth

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