Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter supports girlfriend battling cancer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 5:53 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Arion Carter of Tennessee football has gained attention for a heartfelt gesture toward his girlfriend, Mariah Bryant, who is undergoing treatment for stage two breast cancer. In a video, Carter is seen shaving Bryant's head as she experiences hair loss due to chemotherapy. This act follows a turbulent period for Carter, who initially entered the transfer portal and declared for the NFL Draft but later decided to return to Tennessee for his senior season. His gesture emphasizes a personal commitment that transcends the sport, highlighting the importance of support in difficult times.
- •Arion Carter's girlfriend, Mariah Bryant, is battling stage two breast cancer.
- •Carter was previously in the transfer portal before deciding to return to Tennessee.
- •He shaved his girlfriend's head in a show of support during her chemotherapy.
- •The moment has resonated widely, capturing attention on social media.
- 5:53 AMYahoo Sports — Vols Arion Carter shows it's bigger than football with heartfelt gesture to girlfriend battling cancer
"Tennessee's Arion Carter is going viral for a gesture towards his girlfriend battling breast cancer. The Vols linebacker proved it is will always be bigger than the game.
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