David Sanders Jr. prepares for left tackle role at Tennessee fall camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:32 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Tennessee offensive lineman David Sanders Jr. is set to begin fall training camp on August 5, 2026. Head coach Josh Heupel praised Sanders Jr. for feeling 'extremely comfortable' as he transitions back to left tackle after spending his freshman season primarily at right tackle. Sanders Jr. has made significant physical gains in preparation for his sophomore year. He started six games in 2025 and recorded 480 offensive snaps. Tennessee's season opener is against Furman on September 5.
- •Tennessee opens fall camp on August 5, 2026.
- •David Sanders Jr. transitions from right tackle to left tackle.
- •He started six games and played 480 snaps in 2025.
- •Tennessee plays Furman on September 5, 2026.
- •Josh Heupel expects continued growth from Sanders Jr.
- 9:32 PMYahoo Sports — David Sanders Jr. 'comfortable' at left tackle ahead of fall camp
"Josh Heupel discusses Tennessee offensive lineman David Sanders Jr. at left tackle.
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