The Checkerboard Network

Alec and Logan hop into the reasons to be CONFIDENT heading into this football season! Join us!

Derek Owings continues to impress. This time with the results for EVERYONE to see. Arion Carter is suspended?? For what?? Alec dives in on this edition of The Rocky Top Rundown

SEC Media Days always spark debate, and this year's predicted order of finish has Tennessee fans talking. Alec and Logan break down why the Vols were picked to finish just eighth in the SEC, whether the ranking is fair, and what it says about the expectations surrounding Josh Heupel's team heading into the season.

The guys also dive into one of the biggest recruiting storylines in the country as DGG's uncle addresses false narratives surrounding his recruitment. They separate fact from fiction, discuss the latest developments, and explain why the conversation has become so heated among college football fans.

If you want honest Tennessee football analysis without the noise, this episode is for you.

DGG is officially a VOL. Alec and Logan react and discuss the recruitment of the 5 Star+. Also, SEC Media Days are in full swing. The guys discuss comments made by head football coach, Josh Heupel. Join us!

Fall camp is on the horizon, and while all eyes are on the quarterback battle, Tennessee has plenty of other questions that could define the 2026 season. Alec and Logan break down the biggest non-QB storylines to watch. They also discuss the position battles that will shape the Vols' roster and what has to happen for Tennessee to make a run this fall. If you're looking for the key storylines beyond the quarterback competition, this is the episode you won't want to miss.

Tennessee Baseball survived the 2026 MLB Draft about as well as Vol fans could have hoped.

On this episode, Alec and Logan break down which Vols are headed to professional baseball, who made the decision to return to Knoxville, and why Tennessee came away with minimal damage despite another talent-rich roster. They discuss what this means for the Vols' chances to reload rather than rebuild, how the roster is shaping up for 2027, and why Josh Elander has Tennessee positioned to remain one of college baseball's premier programs.

Can the Vols make another run at Omaha? Tune in as we break down the biggest winners, the key roster decisions, and what's next for Tennessee Baseball.

In this episode, Alec and Logan break down the announcement of Tennessee's new Neyland Entertainment District, discussing what it means for the future of Knoxville, the fan experience, and the overall growth of Tennessee Athletics. They also take a step back to talk about why Saturdays in the fall are more than just football games—they're a tradition, an economic engine, and a defining part of what makes Tennessee special. If you're passionate about the Vols and the future of Rocky Top, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Join us for a special episode as Alec welcomes Corbin McCarthy, a former Safety that played for Jim Knowles at Duke. They dive deep into some of the major questions surrounding this defense and more!

Alec and Logan discuss Adidas, DGG’s Uncle’s Interview and the BaseVOLS

Alec and Logan join in on the debate of top SEC coaches. Where does Heupel fall? What are the thoughts on the Adidas release plan and what has been seen already? Join us as we discuss!