Vanderbilt football finalizes 2026 depth chart ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Vanderbilt football is finalizing its depth chart ahead of the 2026 season opener against Austin Peay on September 5. Blaze Berlowitz has been named the starting quarterback, with Sedrick Alexander at running back and Cole Spence as the tight end. Competitive battles persist at multiple positions, particularly on the offensive line and cornerback. As the Commodores prepare for kickoff, key reserves are expected to emerge from several intriguing positional contests.
- •Blaze Berlowitz is the starting quarterback.
- •Vanderbilt opens the season against Austin Peay on September 5.
- •Sedrick Alexander and Cole Spence are set to lead at running back and tight end, respectively.
- •Position battles are ongoing, especially on the offensive line and at cornerback.
- •Special teams roles largely mirror last season's lineup.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Vanderbilt football projected depth chart 2026, position battle winners
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