Javin Gordon progressing well in season for Tennessee Volunteers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:17 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Javin Gordon has appeared in two games for No. 14 Tennessee, totaling 79 rushing yards on 20 carries and one reception for 18 yards. Tennessee running backs coach De'Rail Sims noted Gordon's improvement from game one to game two, highlighting his physical running style. Gordon transferred to Tennessee from Tulane, where he recorded 516 rushing yards and five touchdowns last season. As the season progresses, Sims expects Gordon to have more explosive runs.
- •Gordon has 79 rushing yards in two games this season.
- •Tennessee running backs coach lauds Gordon's improvement.
- •Gordon is expected to have more explosive runs as the season progresses.
- •He transferred to Tennessee after a successful season at Tulane.
- 12:17 PMYahoo Sports — Javin Gordon will have 'explosive runs as season goes along' for Vols
"Tennessee running backs coach De'Rail Sims discusses Javin Gordon after two games.
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