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Vanderbilt prepares for new season after successful 2025 campaign

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:13 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Vanderbilt prepares for new season after successful 2025 campaign

Summary

Vanderbilt Commodores are set to begin the 2026 season following a strong 10-3 finish in 2025. Under head coach Clark Lea, the team aims to build upon last year's success with a new quarterback, Jared Curtis, following the departure of Heisman runner-up Diego Pavia. The offense, which averaged 38.5 points per game, will also rely on returning talent like running back Sedrick Alexander and wide receiver Junior Sherrill. The Commodores hope to strengthen their defense, which permitted an average of 22.8 points last season, as they prepare for their upcoming matchup against Georgia.

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•Vanderbilt finished 2025 with a 10-3 record and 6-2 in SEC.
•Jared Curtis is expected to start as quarterback this season.
•Sedrick Alexander returns after a productive 2025 season.
•Defense allowed an average of 22.8 points per game last year.
•Commodores face Georgia during Homecoming week.

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Vanderbilt is coming off one of the most successful seasons in program history, going 10-3 overall and 6-2 in the SEC while being in the playoff conversation the whole year. Head coach Clark Lea has built up the Vandy program into something extremely respectful, if not borderline borderline playoff contending – will need a couple […]
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