Tennessee football adds commitment from 2027 running back Asa Barnes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Tennessee football secured a commitment from three-star running back Asa Barnes on July 30, 2026. Barnes, who chose the Vols over Arkansas, Florida State, and USC, is ranked No. 22 in Tennessee and No. 36 among running backs nationally, according to 247Sports Composite. He becomes the 19th commitment in Tennessee's 2027 recruiting class, which currently ranks 21st in the nation. Under head coach Josh Heupel, who has a 45-20 record, the Vols aim to rebound after an 8-5 season in 2025. Tennessee will start its 2026 campaign at home against Furman.
- •Asa Barnes commits to Tennessee for the 2027 class.
- •He ranks No. 22 in Tennessee and No. 36 nationally among running backs.
- •Tennessee's 2027 recruiting class is currently 21st overall.
- •The Vols finished 2025 with an 8-5 record, missing the College Football Playoff.
- •Tennessee begins the 2026 season at home against Furman.
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee football secures commitment from 2027 RB
"Tennessee and head coach Josh Heupel landed a commitment from a three-star running back on Wednesday.
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