Tennessee's Mike Matthews earns honorable mention as top wide receiver
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Tennessee junior wide receiver Mike Matthews has been named an honorable mention in the top 10 wide receivers entering the 2026 college football season. This recognition comes from a ranking by Eli Lederman and Max Olson of ESPN, which lists Jeremiah Smith of Ohio State as the top wideout. Matthews has made an impact over 24 games for the Volunteers, accumulating 60 receptions for 903 yards and six touchdowns during the 2024-25 seasons. The 2026 season is set to begin on August 29 at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland, with the opening game featuring North Carolina against TCU.
- •Matthews named honorable mention among top 10 wide receivers.
- •Ranked ahead of the 2026 college football season starting August 29.
- •He has 60 receptions for 903 yards and six touchdowns.
- •Tennessee's offense may rely on Matthews for a breakout year.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee junior named honorable mention top 10 wide receiver in 2026
"Tennessee junior named honorable mention top 10 wide receiver entering the 2026 college football season.
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