Tennessee has hired UCF coach Josh Heupel to replace Jeremy Pruitt, who was fired due to infractions found in an internal recruiting investigation. Heupel is known for his offensive mind after spending time at Oklahoma, UCF and Missouri. He was able to go 28-8 in three seasons at UCF, and now takes on the massive challenge of totally overhauling the Tennessee football program — one that won just three games in 2020.
The hire on the surface is underwhelming, let’s face it. There were rumors of James Franklin, and plenty of fans had their eye on Lane Kiffin, Hugh Freeze or even Jamey Chadwell.