Cam Newton influences Tennessee Vols' offense through Derrick Baker's training
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Former NFL MVP Cam Newton is impacting the Tennessee Vols' future offense under head coach Josh Heupel by training quarterback commit Derrick Baker. Baker, a 2027 three-star prospect, gains valuable experience taking snaps under center with Newton's 7-on-7 team this summer. This training differs from the typical shotgun offense prevalent in college football, potentially offering the Vols a strategic advantage in their offensive playbook. If Baker establishes a solid foundation under center, Heupel could expand offensive options and create new challenges for opposing defenses. Baker is already familiar with some under-center work from high school.
- •Derrick Baker commits to Tennessee Vols for the 2027 class.
- •Baker is gaining experience in under-center snaps with Newton's 7-on-7 team.
- •Tennessee primarily uses shotgun formations, limiting traditional under-center practice.
- •Cam Newton promotes fundamentals that may enhance Baker's quarterback skills.
- •Incorporating an under-center strategy could surprise opponents accustomed to Tennessee's offense.
- 9:49 PMYahoo Sports — Former NFL MVP Cam Newton is quietly influencing the Tennessee Vols' future offense under Josh Heupel
"Former NFL MVP and Carolina Panthers legend Cam Newton is quietly influencing the Tennessee Vols' future offense under Josh Heupel -- though he probably doesn't even realize it.
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