Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator, Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews recaps the Vols win over New Mexico State yesterday and previews the upcoming game at Florida in the Swamp!

 

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Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator, Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews recaps the Vols win over New Mexico State yesterday and previews the upcoming game at Florida in the Swamp!
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Former University of Tennessee coordinator Doug Mathews brings you the latest news and analysis every weekend on 104-5 The Zone. Find the show LIVE every Sunday morning at 8 AM and check out the full podcast right here every weekend.

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Game week is here, and on Coach welcomes fellow former Tennessee assistant, longtime SEC coach Kevin Steele, for a deep dive into what actually matters before kickoff against Furman.

The two break down the "checklist" mentality that separates clean season openers from ugly upsets — sound fundamentals, no mental busts, no chunk plays given up. They get into the X's and O's of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles' scheme, from his aggressive pressure packages to how a secondary rebuilt with transfer portal talent is shaping up. And they close with a hard look at the quarterback room, unpacking how Josh Heupel develops his signal-callers and manages the pressure of live reps that count.

If you want the real coach's-eye view of what to watch for in Week 1, this is it.

Game week is here, and on Coach welcomes fellow former Tennessee assistant, longtime SEC coach Kevin Steele, for a deep dive into what actually matters before kickoff against Furman.
The two break down the "checklist" mentality that separates clean season openers from ugly upsets &mdash; sound fundamentals, no mental busts, no chunk plays given up. They get into the X's and O's of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles' scheme, from his aggressive pressure packages to how a secondary rebuilt with transfer portal talent is shaping up. And they close with a hard look at the quarterback room, unpacking how Josh Heupel develops his signal-callers and manages the pressure of live reps that count.
If you want the real coach's-eye view of what to watch for in Week 1, this is it.

Game Week Kickoff: Coach Kevin Steele on Defensive Checklists, Jim Knowles' New Scheme, and Season-Opener Expectations

Tennessee Football officially transitions into mock game week mode as head coach  Breaks down key takeaways from the Volunteers’ second fall scrimmage. Coach details the impressive roster depth on display, providing updates on the ongoing quarterback evaluation, the explosive athleticism across both the offensive and defensive lines, and a fierce kicking competition between battle-tested veterans and rising talent. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s meticulous preparation and schedule heading into the final stretch of camp.

Then, Billy High, Tennessee’s Executive Director of Football Management, joins the show for an inside look at modern college football roster construction. High pulls back the curtain on how the Vols navigate the transfer portal, balance high school recruiting cycles, and stay ahead of evolving NCAA guidelines. Discover how Tennessee’s personnel department combines rigorous film study with advanced analytics to evaluate talent, assess player value, and build a championship-caliber team on Rocky Top.

Tennessee Football officially transitions into mock game week mode as head coach&nbsp; Breaks down key takeaways from the Volunteers&rsquo; second fall scrimmage. Coach details the impressive roster depth on display, providing updates on the ongoing quarterback evaluation, the explosive athleticism across both the offensive and defensive lines, and a fierce kicking competition between battle-tested veterans and rising talent. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at the team&rsquo;s meticulous preparation and schedule heading into the final stretch of camp.
Then, Billy High, Tennessee&rsquo;s Executive Director of Football Management, joins the show for an inside look at modern college football roster construction. High pulls back the curtain on how the Vols navigate the transfer portal, balance high school recruiting cycles, and stay ahead of evolving NCAA guidelines. Discover how Tennessee&rsquo;s personnel department combines rigorous film study with advanced analytics to evaluate talent, assess player value, and build a championship-caliber team on Rocky Top.

Big Orange Sunday 8-23-26

COACH IS JOINED BY Billy High, Executive Director of Football Management at the University of Tennessee, for a deep dive into the modern complexities of building a competitive college football roster. High pulls back the curtain on how the Vols navigate the fast-paced transfer portal, balance distinct high school recruiting timelines, and adapt to the ongoing challenges of ever-shifting NCAA guidelines. The conversation also explores the personnel staff's meticulous evaluation process, highlighting how they utilize extensive film review and advanced analytics to assess player value and assemble a championship-caliber team.

COACH IS JOINED BY Billy High, Executive Director of Football Management at the University of Tennessee, for a deep dive into the modern complexities of building a competitive college football roster. High pulls back the curtain on how the Vols navigate the fast-paced transfer portal, balance distinct high school recruiting timelines, and adapt to the ongoing challenges of ever-shifting NCAA guidelines. The conversation also explores the personnel staff's meticulous evaluation process, highlighting how they utilize extensive film review and advanced analytics to assess player value and assemble a championship-caliber team.

Big Orange Sunday 11-16-25

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