Tennessee features notable rushing leaders under Josh Heupel
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Head coach Josh Heupel has led Tennessee to significant rushing achievements since 2021, including three 1,000-yard running backs. Dylan Sampson holds the record from 2024 with 1,491 rushing yards and 22 touchdowns. DeSean Bishop followed with 1,076 rushing yards in 2025, marking the Vols' continuation of strong rushing performances. This trend is highlighted by consistent contributions from multiple players over Heupel's tenure, reflecting a robust rushing attack.
- •Josh Heupel coaches Tennessee since 2021.
- •Dylan Sampson set records in 2024 with 1,491 yards.
- •DeSean Bishop contributed 1,076 rushing yards in 2025.
- •Jaylen Wright recorded over 1,000 rushing yards in 2023.
- •Tennessee has three consecutive seasons with 1,000-yard rushers.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee rushing yard, touchdown leaders each year under Josh Heupel
"A look at Tennessee's rushing yard and touchdown leaders each year under Josh Heupel.
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