Gen. Robert Neyland statue returns to Tennessee football stadium today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The University of Tennessee has reinstated the Gen. Robert Neyland statue at Neyland Stadium as of June 3. The statue, which honors the iconic football coach, was temporarily relocated in 2024 for stadium renovations. It takes center stage in the new Championship Corner plaza, which will also feature tributes to former coaches Doug Dickey and Phillip Fulmer. Completion of this area is expected before the season opener against Furman on September 5.
- •Neyland statue was moved in 2024 for stadium renovations.
- •Championship Corner plaza will honor coaches Dickey and Fulmer.
- •The statue was originally dedicated in 2010.
- •Plaza completion is scheduled before September 5 opener.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Gen. Robert Neyland statue returns to Tennessee football stadium that bears his name
"Tennessee is returning the Gen. Robert Neyland statue to its rightful place alongside the stadium that bears his name. It was temporarily moved in 2024.
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