Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter meets fans amid suspension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:46 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter attended a fan meet-and-greet event at Window World in Knoxville on August 20. This marked his first public appearance since being suspended for two games by the NCAA for accepting a flight paid by his agent for NFL pre-draft training. Carter, widely regarded as one of Tennessee's top defensive players, will miss the season opener against Furman on September 5 and the game at Georgia Tech on September 12. Support from fans and teammates was evident, with several attendees expressing their discontent with the suspension while seeking autographs and interacting with Carter.
- •Carter suspended for two games for NCAA rule violation
- •First public event since suspension was on August 20
- •Carter to miss games against Furman and Georgia Tech
- •Support from fans and teammates during the meet-and-greet
- •Tennessee coach Josh Heupel criticized the NCAA's decision
- 8:46 PMYahoo Sports — Fans show support for Tennessee football's Arion Carter, suspended for 2 games
"Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter met fans and signed autographs during an event at Window World of Knoxville on Aug. 20.
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