Tennessee Volunteers 2025 Recruiting Class: Key Prospect Profile
The Tennessee Volunteers’ 2026 recruiting class, currently ranked No. 6 nationally (On3), continues building momentum with five-star edge rusher Rodney Dunham listing the Vols among his top schools.
Rodney Dunham: Tennessee’s Top 2026 Target
Position: Edge Rusher
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Rankings:
5-star (No. 7 overall prospect, No. 3 edge rusher – 2026 On3 Industry Rankings)
Measurables: 6’4”, 215 lbs
Stats:17 sacks, 24 tackles for loss (2023 sophomore season)
4.6s 40-yard dash (verified)
Official Visit Scheduled: June 20 (Knoxville)
Coach Quote:
“Rodney’s first-step explosiveness and hand technique are advanced for his age. He fits our defensive identity.” – DL Coach Rodney Garner
Tennessee Volunteers Recruiting Strategy
Defensive Development: Tennessee has produced 5 NFL Draft picks on the defensive line since 2022, including Byron Young (Rams) and Tyler Baron (Ole Miss).
2026 Class Standouts:
5-star QB Faizon Brandon (Greensboro, NC): No. 1 QB nationally (247Sports)
4-star WR Joakim Dodson (Memphis, TN): 1,203 receiving yards, 14 TDs (2023)
Spring Practice Update:
Dunham visited Knoxville in April, observing Tennessee’s emphasis on hybrid edge-rush schemes under DC Tim Banks.
Recruitment Timeline
June 20: Official visit to Tennessee
Fall 2024: Commitment expected (per On3)
Tennessee’s 2026 class competes with Georgia (No. 2 SEC) and Alabama (No. 3 SEC) for conference recruiting dominance.
