College football’s national championship game takes place Monday night and also marks the end of an era. Caleb Calhoun and Dave Hooker discuss that along with Jim Harbaugh on Off the Hook Sports’ Monday, Jan. 8 podcast. Tennessee Football recruiting and transfer news, Nico Iamaleava and the basketball Vols also warrant discussion.
Tight end Jack VanDorselaer commits to Tennessee Football
On Sunday afternoon, Tennessee Football picked up a major commitment in four-star 2025 Texas tight end Jack VanDorselear. The Vols now have five commitments in that class thanks to the prospect from Southlake, which is just outside of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. How big of a pickup is this?
Transfer portal updates for Tennessee Football
Over the weekend, Tennessee Football hosted LSU Tigers transfer offensive lineman Zalance “Lance” Heard, Kansas Jayhawks transfer offensive lineman Ar’maj Reed-Adams and Temple Owls transfer defensive back Jalen McMurray. Reed-Adams committed to the Texas A&M Aggies. Who else are the Vols targeting?
Is Nico Iamaleava the Vols’ best NFL prospect?
It’s already established that Tennessee Football quarterback Nico Iamaleava is the best fit possible for Josh Heupel’s system. However, does that mean he’s also a great NFL prospect at the position? How does his pro potential compare to that of previous UT quarterbacks and current UT players?
Jim Harbaugh compared to Johnny Majors
Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh is leading his team against the Washington Huskies in the national championship game Monday night. There are numerous similarities between him and former Tennessee Football head coach Johnny Majors, including their key assistant coaches.
College football era ending
Monday’s national championship game marks the end of the four-team College Football Playoff era, which began in 2014. Realignment and a 12-team playoff means effectively a new sport will take shape in 2024. was the 10-year CFP era a success, or did it make the sport worse in the long run?
Basketball Vols beat Ole Miss
Jonas Aidoo had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Zakai Zeigler had 17 points and 10 assists, and Santiago Vescovi had 11 points as Tennessee Basketball beat the Rebels 90-64 in their SEC opener. Rick Barnes’ team didn’t even need Dalton Knecht in this one. How far can this group go?
