Locked On Vols - Daily Podcast On Tennessee Volunteers Football & Basketball

Eric Cain breaks down the Tennessee Volunteers' impressive offensive performance against the Georgia Bulldogs, highlighting Joey Aguilar's unexpected brilliance. The discussion covers key injury updates for David Sanders and Jermod McCoy, potential challenges in upcoming SEC matchups, and the team's evolving defensive strategy. Cain analyzes Tennessee's path to becoming a 9-10 win team, addressing...

Eric Cain dissects the Tennessee Volunteers' gut-wrenching loss to the Georgia Bulldogs, highlighting Joey Aguilar's impressive 371-yard, 4-touchdown performance. The analysis covers defensive struggles, crucial missed tackles, and the impact of Georgia's fourth-down conversions. Cain breaks down Pro Football Focus stats, revealing key insights on player grades, snap counts, and position group per...

Tennessee could have won it several times. Instead, Georgia steals an overtime thriller at Neyland Stadium, topping the Vols 44-1 in overtime. What happened to the Vols, who were leading by two touchdowns in the first quarter? Why couldn’t the Vols make just a stop of two on defense to preserve the win? What happened with Max Gilbert on what would have been a 43-yard game-winner at the end of regu...

Eric Cain and guest analyst Boogie Bentley break down the Tennessee Volunteers' chances against the formidable Georgia Bulldogs. The hosts dissect key matchups, including the battle in the trenches and how Tennessee's defense might exploit Georgia QB Gunner Stockton's inexperience in his first SEC road start. They analyze Josh Heupel's offensive strategy, discussing potential mismatches with playe...

Breaking down everything happening in the SEC for Week 3 of the college football season! There are a ton of conference matchups to go over, including Tennessee vs. Georgia, LSU vs. Florida and Arkansas vs. Ole Miss. Don't miss what should be a huge week for the SEC.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ad...

How good is Georgia Football under Kirby Smart? Will it matter in Year 5 of Josh Heupel at Tennessee Football? Is Joey Aguilar better than Gunner Stockton in the quarterback battle? Which defense is better and what are the keys for the Volunteers to snap this eight-game losing streak in the seirs? Eric Cain gives the scout on the Georgia Bulldogs. Plus, Chad Simmons of RIVALS stops by the show to...

Eric Cain breaks down former Georgia QB Aaron Murray's surprising support for TENNESSEE, highlighting the Vols' confidence and home-field advantage. The discussion covers Joey Aguilar's potential, Josh Heupel’s offensive strategy, and how TENNESSEE's defense must step up. Guest analyst Josh Ward offers insights on Georgia's defensive approach and the challenges facing the Vols' offense against Kir...

Eric Cain and Clint Shamblin break down the highly anticipated Tennessee-Georgia matchup, analyzing Joey Aguilar's maturity against Gunner Stockton's playmaking ability. The hosts dissect defensive strategies, highlighting Georgia's cornerbacks and Tennessee's potential to exploit the middle. Special teams impact takes center stage with Boo Carter's electric punt returns for the Volunteers. Offens...

Eric Cain breaks down the Tennessee Volunteers' record-shattering victory over ETSU, highlighting explosive plays and standout performances. The host analyzes key contributors from quarterback Joey Aguilar, running back DeSean Bishop, and punt returner Boo Carter, while dissecting Pro Football Focus grades that reveal Tennessee's strengths. Cain then shifts focus to the upcoming clash with Georgia...

Our SEC round table is reacting to everything we saw from SEC Week 2 of college football! Monster wins for Oklahoma, Mississippi State, Vanderbilt and Mizzou! Gushing loss for Florida losing to USF. Ole Miss starts 1-0 in the SEC, getting by Kentucky. Bama looks more like Bama, Arch settles in for Texas, Tennessee & Arkansas roll.   Neyland Press Corps Substack: https://neylandpress.substack.com/...

Tennessee did exactly what it was supposed to do on Saturday with FCS ETSU, winning big and looking good doing it. The Vols hammered the Bucs, 72-17 and broke a single-game (modern era) program record for points (72) and first downs (41) in the process. Eric Cain reacts to it all and breaks down performances from key Vols such as quarterback Joey Aguilar, running back Star Thomas and defensive end...

The Tennessee Volunteers gear up for their home opener against East Tennessee State University (ETSU) at Neyland Stadium. Host Eric Cain and guest Boogie Bentley break down the Vols' goals, including injury prevention and showcasing explosive plays. They spotlight potential debuts for five-star recruit David Sanders and freshmen tight end Jack Van Dorselaer and DaSahnn Brame. The duo analyzes Tenn...

It's week two for the SEC and while most teams have softer out-of-conference games, there are a couple of big matchups in store. First, the No. 18 Oklahoma Sooners face off with the No. 15 Michigan Wolverines. Can the Mississippi State Bulldogs upset the No. 12 Arizona State Sun Devils? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...

Eric Cain breaks down transfer quarterback Joey Aguilar's impressive 326-yard, 4-touchdown game against ETSU in 2024 while with Appalachian State. Is more in store for this go-around? Voice of the ETSU Bucs Jay Sandos highlights key players like Southern Conference Player of the Week Devonte Houston. The discussion shifts to Tennessee football's World War II era, with Noah Taylor of Neyland Press...

Eric Cain breaks down the TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS' impressive 45-26 victory over Syracuse, highlighting AGUILAR's 247-yard, 3-touchdown debut and the team's evolving offensive strategy. The discussion covers recent recruiting flips, including 5-star WR TRISTAN KEYS and top-100 edge rusher HEZEKIAH HARRIS, reshaping TENNESSEE's talent landscape. Key topics include defensive adjustments due to injuries...

VOLS' DEFENSE FACES CHALLENGES AS INJURIES MOUNT. Can Tennessee overcome setbacks early in the season? Eric Cain analyzes the Tennessee Volunteers' impressive win over Syracuse and the impact of key injuries to cornerback Ricky Gibson and defensive tackle Jaxson Moi. He breaks down ESPN's updated predictions favoring the Vols in most matchups, including road games at Alabama and Florida. The discu...

TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS DESTROY SYRACUSE with JOEY AGUILAR'S clutch performance. Is a deep playoff run on the horizon for the Vols? Eric Cain breaks down the TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS' impressive 45-26 victory, highlighting JOEY AGUILAR'S game-changing plays and the team's evolving strategy. The discussion covers DESEAN BISHOP'S contributions, the impact of recent roster moves, and how the VOLUNTEERS' tac...

Tennessee handled Syracuse in the season-opener 45-26 as Joey Aguilar SHINED for the Vols. The transfer quarterback threw three touchdowns and for nearly 250 yards. Three different running backs found the endzone and the Vols even scored defense! Eric Cain hands off some instant reactions on this postcast edition of Locked on Vols. Neyland Press Corps Substack: https://neylandpress.substack.com/ C...

Eric Cain breaks down the TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS' game plan against SYRACUSE, highlighting offensive changes and defensive strengths. The discussion covers JOEY AGUILAR's potential impact, JOSH HEUPEL’S evolving strategy, and how RODNEY GARNER's defensive line could dominate. Key topics include TENNESSEE's run-heavy approach, SYRACUSE's roster challenges, and predictions for breakout performances. B...

Tennessee football received some MASSIVE news on Thursday when No. 1 ranked five-star wide receiver Tristen Keys FLIPPED his commitment from LSU to Tennessee. How does this commitment impact Josh Heupel and the Vols? How does it impact fellow 2026 five-star commit Faizon Brandon at quarterback? Could the 2026 recruiting class be Josh Heupel’s BEST at Tennessee? Eric Cain reacts on a bonus Thursday...

SEC football's Week 1 showdowns take center stage. Can LSU's rebuilt roster stun Clemson in Death Valley? Host [Speaker A] and a panel of SEC experts break down the most anticipated matchups. LSU vs Clemson gets the spotlight, with Matt Moscona analyzing the Tigers' transfer portal success and quarterback battle. Former Texas QB Chance Mock provides insider perspective on the Longhorns' clash with...

Tennessee's season opener against Syracuse ignites fan excitement and strategic debates. Eric Cain dissects the matchup with ESPN Syracuse's Tim Leonard, exploring the Orange's confidence and the Volunteers' offensive challenges. The episode unveils Josh Heupel's surprising contract extension and revisits the historic 1966 Gator Bowl showdown. Neyland Press Corps' Noah Taylor provides captivating...

TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS face Syracuse in season opener. Can the Vols' defense contain the Orange's revamped offense? Eric Cain breaks down Tennessee's preparation for Syracuse's new-look attack, featuring transfer quarterback Steven Angeli. The discussion covers defensive coordinator Tim Banks' strategy, Syracuse coach Fran Brown's praise for the Vols, and key players to watch. Guest Josh Ward offers...

TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS gear up for Syracuse showdown. Will Josh Heupel's squad live up to the two-touchdown spread? Dive into a comprehensive breakdown of the Orange's roster changes and defensive struggles as the VOLS prepare for their season opener. Explore fan-submitted questions on offensive strategies, Joey Aguilar's potential impact, and the team's path through a challenging schedule. ESPN's m...

SEC shakes up college football with new 9-game conference schedule. Which teams will face off as the three permanent rivals? Chris Gordy breaks down the SEC's groundbreaking move, exploring how geography, rivalries, and competitive balance shape the new landscape. Hear passionate takes from our Locked On hosts on who thier teams should be playing every single season.    Neyland Press Corps Substac...