Tennessee praises Texas A&M transfer CB Rickey Gibson III
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel and running back DeShaun Bishop lauded former Volunteer Rickey Gibson III during SEC Media Days. Gibson, now at Texas A&M after transferring, is seen as a key addition following the departure of veteran cornerback Will Lee III to the NFL. He aims to compete for the No. 2 CB position after a year of injury recovery. Heupel described Gibson as smart and competitive, while Bishop expressed confidence in Gibson's potential impact at Texas A&M, noting his capability to make significant plays on the field.
- •Josh Heupel and DeShaun Bishop praise Rickey Gibson III at SEC Media Days.
- •Gibson is expected to compete for Texas A&M's No. 2 CB role.
- •He recorded 32 tackles and three pass deflections in 2024.
- •Losing starting players impacts team dynamics in college football.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Tennessee HC, star RB praise Texas A&M transfer CB Rickey Gibson III
"Tennessee coach Josh Heupel and star running back DeShaun Bishop praise former Volunteer Rickey Gibson III during SEC Media Days.
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