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Tennessee seeks to finalize cornerback depth heading into season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:26 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Tennessee seeks to finalize cornerback depth heading into season

Summary

The Tennessee Volunteers are focused on solidifying their cornerback position for the upcoming season. With Colton Hood’s departure as a starter, sophomore Ty Redmond takes the lead after a season of development. Auburn transfer Kayin Lee appears poised to secure the opposite starting spot. Competition remains fierce for additional roster spots, particularly for the No. 3 cornerback and backup nickel roles. Vols insider Brent Hubbs expresses optimism about the team's improved cornerback situation compared to last season.

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•Colton Hood departs, opening a starting cornerback role
•Ty Redmond enters as the No. 1 corner after a solid freshman year
•Kayin Lee is expected to be the starting corner opposite Redmond
•Competition for No. 3 cornerback and backup nickel positions is ongoing
•Injuries plagued the cornerback depth last season, emphasizing the need for depth

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6:26 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee's cornerback competition this fall is very important, and it's about far more than just replacing one starter

What they're saying

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The Tennessee Volunteers will be replacing a starting cornerback this fall (Colton Hood). UT's cornerback competition, however, is about far more than replacing just one starter.
— Yahoo Sports

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