Happy March and welcome to a new Episode of Big Orange Sunday! In this episode, Coach Doug Matthews dives deep into the major changes happening on "The Hill" as the University of Tennessee football program gears up for the 2026 season.

Happy March and welcome to a new Episode of Big Orange Sunday! In this episode, Coach Doug Matthews dives deep into the major changes happening on "The Hill" as the University of Tennessee football program gears up for the 2026 season.

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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Big Orange Sunday 3-1-26

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.

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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.

Billy High Breaks Down the Transfer Portal, Recruiting, and Modern Roster Management

COACH HEUPEL’S SECOND SCRIMMAGE HIGHLIGHTS ROSTER DEPTH as the Volunteers officially shift into mock game week mode. Today's Coach breaks down the ongoing quarterback evaluation, the impressive athleticism rotating through both the offensive and defensive trenches, and a highly competitive kicking game featuring veteran specialists alongside fresh talent. Plus, the crew previews the meticulous practice schedule and teases an upcoming deep dive with Executive Director of Football Management Billy High.

COACH HEUPEL&rsquo;S SECOND SCRIMMAGE HIGHLIGHTS ROSTER DEPTH as the Volunteers officially shift into mock game week mode. Today's Coach breaks down the ongoing quarterback evaluation, the impressive athleticism rotating through both the offensive and defensive trenches, and a highly competitive kicking game featuring veteran specialists alongside fresh talent. Plus, the crew previews the meticulous practice schedule and teases an upcoming deep dive with Executive Director of Football Management Billy High.

Big Orange Sunday 3-1-26

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