Tennessee, UCLA Swap Quarterbacks in Rare NIL-Fueled College Football Drama

Tennessee and UCLA have seemingly swapped quarterbacks for the upcoming college football season, something we have rarely seen in college football.  College football isn’t known for trades. But in an era reshaped by NIL deals and player empowerment, anything seems possible. On Monday, Tennessee and UCLA completed a stunning quarterback switch—one driven by high-stakes drama, […]

Colin Lynch  •  22 Apr 2025
Rodney Rice Transfer Portal: USC Offers ‘A Bag’, Tennessee Leads Race Over Villanova

Rodney Rice is back in the transfer portal after a strong season at Maryland and several high-major programs are already showing interest, including Tennessee, Villanova, and Auburn. The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 13.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while shooting 43.4% from the floor and 37.4% from deep. Thanks to his scoring efficiency and positional […]

David Evans  •  22 Apr 2025
Darius Adams Recruiting: Michigan State Holding Small Lead Over Tennessee for UConn Decommit

Darius Adams, a top-25 recruit and McDonald’s All-American, recently decommitted from UConn. Michigan State and Tennessee now appear set to battle for the highly-rated guard, with MSU holding a slight advantage. Why Adams Decommitted from UConn Adams signed with UConn in November 2024 but reversed course due to a crowded backcourt. Incoming transfers Silas Demary […]

David Evans  •  21 Apr 2025
PJ Haggerty Transfer Portal: Will The AAC Player Of The Year Make Arkansas His Next Team?

PJ Haggerty is one of the most sought-after names in the portal after averaging 21.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists for Memphis. He was the AAC Player of the Year and a second-team All-American. If he returns to college, Arkansas looks like a logical next step. However, his options still include heading to the […]

David Evans  •  17 Apr 2025
​Nico Iamaleava Transfers to UCLA Amid NIL Dispute with Tennessee

Former Five-Star Quarterback Nico Iamaleava Is Exiting the SEC and Tennessee as He Returns Home to Lead Bruins​ In a swift turn of events, former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava has committed to UCLA, marking a significant shift in his collegiate football journey. The decision follows his recent entry into the transfer portal, accompanied by a […]

Colin Lynch  •  16 Apr 2025
​Nico Iamaleava’s Departure from Tennessee Amid NIL Dispute Signals New Era in College Football

Nico Iamaleava has now parted ways with Tennessee following an NIL payout dispute with the Volunteers.  In a landmark moment for college athletics, Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava has parted ways with the Volunteers following a contract dispute over his Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation. This development underscores the evolving dynamics of collegiate sports, where […]

Colin Lynch  •  14 Apr 2025
Nico Iamaleava Transfer Portal: Alabama & Georgia Unable to Sign Tennesee QB – Why USC, UCLA or Oregon Could be His Next Team

Nico Iamaleava is set to enter the transfer portal on April 16 after a breakdown in NIL talks with Tennessee. His asking price—around $4 million annually—has raised eyebrows, but that’s not the only reason he won’t end up at Alabama or Georgia. SEC rules and timing matter just as much. SEC Transfer Rules Make Alabama […]

David Evans  •  12 Apr 2025