Big Orange Sunday

Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to break down the fallout of the Knoxville judge’s ruling that denied quarterback Joy Aguilar an additional year of eligibility. This decision leaves Tennessee with an incredibly young and inexperienced quarterback room, forcing the staff to rely on "good-on-good" drills this spring to accelerate the development of players like McIntyre and Brandon. Hyams notes that while the coaches expected this outcome, the pressure is now on the offensive line and the running backs to provide elite pass protection to help these young signal-callers succeed. The duo also celebrates a hard-fought 69-67 basketball victory over Vanderbilt, a game that saw Rick Barnes officially pass John Calipari for the most active career wins in the SEC. They credit the win to Gillespie’s defensive lockdown of Tyler Tanner and the team's ability to dominate the paint while committing fewer than ten turnovers for the second straight game. To wrap up, they touch on the Diamond Vols' surprising upset loss to Kent State and the Lady Vols' ongoing struggles with consistency, though they find a bright spot in the softball team's unanimous No. 1 national ranking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a new episode of Big Orange Sunday! On this episode, we are diving deep into the heart of Rocky Top athletics. We analyze the high-stakes Tennessee quarterback decisions and look ahead to the intensity of spring football preparations. We also recap a thrilling basketball game that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. To help us make sense of it all, the legendary Jimmy Hyams joins the show to provide his signature expert insights. We’re taking a deep dive into: College Sports Dynamics: Navigating the current landscape of the game. Player Development: Who is making the biggest leaps this spring? Team Strategies: The X’s and O’s behind the latest roster moves. Whether you’re here for the gridiron or the hardwood, we’ve got you covered with the analysis you need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to discuss various updates in Tennessee sports. Baseball Stadium Renovation: Jimmy notes that the ongoing renovations at Lindsey Nelson Stadium are approximately 90% complete, and the stadium looks "fantastic." Increased Capacity: Since Tony Vitello took over as head coach, the stadium's capacity has nearly doubled, growing from around 4,400 to 8,000. Strong Performance: Tennessee's baseball team displayed a strong performance against Nichols, winning with a 12-2 run-rule in the seventh inning and another 10-0 victory. Key Players: Transfer player Blaine Brown had an impressive series, hitting three home runs and achieving five RBIs. Basketball LSU Victory: Tennessee’s men's basketball team secured a 73-63 win against LSU. Standout Performance: JP Estrella was a key player in the victory, contributing 16 points and nine rebounds. Three-Point Shooting: The team struggled with three-pointers, with only two players successfully hitting them during the game. Women's Team: The women's basketball team has experienced significant inconsistency, becoming the first ranked team to lose a game by over 40 points and then win the next by over 40 points. Football Joey Aguillar Eligibility: A local judge is currently considering arguments regarding Joey Aguillar's eligibility to play another season, with a ruling expected soon. Spring Practice: Tennessee's spring football practice is scheduled to begin on March 16, with the spring game following on April 11. Free Admission: Admission to the upcoming spring game will be free for fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode of Big Orange Sunday The conversation today covers various aspects of Tennessee athletics, focusing on the upcoming spring practice for football, significant coaching changes, and the analysis of the football team's defensive and offensive strategies. It also touches on the kickoff of the baseball season and a recap of recent basketball games, including discussions on player performances and eligibility issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Big Orange Sunday, Coach Doug Matthews dives into the latest news on the University of Tennessee's football program. He discusses the upcoming court hearing for quarterback Joey Aguilar's eligibility and the potential impact on the team's quarterback situation. Doug also talks to immy Hyams about the Tennessee basketball team's recent game against Kentucky and the SEC standings. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the importance of leadership in college athletics and the recent changes made to the football program, including the hiring of new strength and conditioning coaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach is joined by sports journalist Jimmy Hyams to analyze the high-stakes landscape of college athletics, beginning with a deep dive into Tennessee football's evolving roster. They explore the legal complexities surrounding quarterback Jojo Aguilar's eligibility, contrasting his case with other NCAA rulings, and discuss the ripple effects on the team's quarterback competition. The conversation shifts to the burgeoning talent of player Nate Ament, whom Hyams considers one of the most promising athletes in his 40-year career covering the Volunteers. They note Ament's significant development throughout the season, particularly his dominant performance against Texas A&M and his prowess at the free-throw line, while acknowledging that head coach Rick Barnes expects even more growth from him as the year progresses. The segment further expands into a broader discussion on the SEC's competitive hierarchy and the shifting financial realities of the sport. Hyams identifies Florida as the most complete team in the conference, while noting Kentucky’s resilience in second-half comebacks and the recent struggles of teams like Vanderbilt and Alabama. The dialogue concludes with a breakdown of the massive financial payouts within the SEC, highlighting a $72.4 million distribution to member schools. They discuss how these funds, influenced by recent legal settlements like the House case, are managed within athletic departments, balancing revenue sharing for players with the increasing operational budgets that have seen Tennessee's finances nearly double in recent years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Doug Matthews is joined by Jimmy Hyams to break down the current state of Tennessee athletics, from critical basketball wins to the evolving landscape of football recruiting. The men’s basketball team recently secured a 77-69 victory over Auburn, a performance defined by rebounding dominance and a standout night from Nate Ament, who drew nine fouls and went 12-of-15 from the free-throw line. Meanwhile, the Lady Vols are set to renew their storied rivalry against UConn on February 1st, looking to repeat last year's upset win against a Huskies team that went on to win the national title. On the football front, the program is transitioning into the Jim Knowles era on defense, with Knowles having the rare opportunity to hand-pick his entire coaching staff. This new defensive identity is bolstered by the retention of respected veterans Rodney Garner and William Inge, alongside a top-10 2026 recruiting class led by five-star quarterback Faizon Brandon. The hosts credit Athletic Director Danny White for fostering an "everything school" culture, where the synergy between programs and coaching stability has Tennessee competing at an elite level across all sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Big Orange Sunday Coach discusses the current state of Tennessee athletics, focusing on leadership, recent wins in basketball, and significant changes in the football program under Coach Josh Heupel. The conversation highlights the importance of strength and conditioning, the critical month of February for coaches, and the impact of new defensive staff. Insights from basketball analyst Jimmy Himes provide a deeper understanding of the team's performance and challenges, particularly for the Lady Vols as they face UConn. Overall, the episode emphasizes the strong leadership within the athletic department and the strategic moves being made to enhance team success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Big Orange Sunday, Coach discusses the current state of Tennessee athletics, focusing on leadership, recent wins in basketball, and significant changes in the football program under Coach Josh Heupel. The conversation highlights the importance of strength and conditioning, the critical month of February for coaches, and the impact of new defensive staff. Insights from analyst Jimmy Hyams provide a deeper understanding of the team's performance and challenges, particularly for the Lady Vols as they face UConn. Overall, the episode emphasizes the strong leadership within the athletic department and the strategic moves being made to enhance team success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach talks to Jimmy Hyams to break down the rapidly evolving landscape of Tennessee athletics. The discussion centers on the football program's aggressive offseason moves, specifically its heavy activity in the transfer portal, where the team has signed 14 players, including several key defensive acquisitions from Penn State. A major point of analysis is the quarterback strategy, weighing whether to lean on a veteran or allow young prospects like George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon time to develop as they compete for the starting role. The conversation also shifts to Tennessee basketball, analyzing the men's team's recent struggles with consistency and the Lady Vols' strong momentum in SEC play. Throughout the segment, Mathews and Hyams touch on the broader impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals and the trend of playing more true freshmen to maintain roster depth and player satisfaction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach talks to Jimmy Hyams on the shifting landscape of Tennessee football as it prepares for the 2026 season. The team has been particularly active in the transfer portal, signing nine players thus far with a heavy emphasis on bolstering the defense, including four notable acquisitions from Penn State. However, significant needs remain on the offensive side of the ball, particularly for a proven wide receiver and running back. A central point of debate for the program is the quarterback strategy: whether to recruit a one-year veteran from the portal to allow young talents like George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon time to develop, or to bring in a multi-year player that could potentially lead to roster turnover among the younger prospects. The conversation then shifts to the current performance of the Tennessee basketball programs as of January 2026. The men’s team, holding an 11-5 record, is struggling with consistency on the road, recently suffering a significant 24-point loss to Florida characterized by high turnovers and defensive lapses. In contrast, the Lady Vols under Coach Kim Caldwell are off to a strong 3-0 start in SEC play, led by standout performances from five-star freshman Mia Poldo. While the men's team navigates a volatile SEC landscape currently led by an undefeated Vanderbilt, the Lady Vols are focused on maintaining their momentum to secure a top-four seed and a double-bye in the conference tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday! Join us as we dive into the latest happenings in Tennessee sports. This week, we're joined by Jimmy Hyams to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the University of Tennessee's football team, including insights into the transfer portal and the evolving landscape of college football. Don't miss this engaging conversation on the future of Tennessee athletics! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator Coach Doug Mathews! Coach talks all things Tennessee Football and Basketball and is joined by Jimmy Hyams as the offseason gets under full swing for Vol Football and SEC Conference play begins with Vol Basketball!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Is joined by Jimmy Hyams to discuss the current landscape of Tennessee athletics. The conversation quickly dives into the significant changes within the football program, focusing on the defensive struggles of the 2025 season and the subsequent hiring of Jim Knowles as the new defensive coach. They transition to basketball, analyzing the Volunteers' performance and highlighting the critical role of free-throw shooting and turnovers in their recent loss to Arkansas. The segment concludes with a look ahead at the competitive SEC field and an update on the Lady Vols' season, as well as high expectations for the baseball team under new leadership at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews talks with Scott Altizer, the Director of Football Operations at the University of Tennessee about all things related to Vol Football and takes a look into the transfer portal as well!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach talks to Scott Altizer the Director of Football Operations at the University of Tennessee, provides an inside look at the current state and future of the Tennessee football program. The discussion covers the logistical and strategic challenges of modern college athletics, ranging from bowl game preparation and the impact of early enrollees to the shifting landscape of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) and revenue sharing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! Coach talks about a lot of good things today such as the upcoming Bowl game, QB Situation, and new Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles! Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter: @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! On this week's show, Doug reacts to the biggest news of the offseason: the hiring of Jim Knowles as Tennessee's new Defensive Coordinator. Doug explains why the 60-year-old veteran is the "proven" solution the Vols need, breaking down Knowles' aggressive philosophy and his ability to fix the fundamental tackling and containment issues that plagued the defense in 2025. As the Vols prepare to face Illinois in the Music City Bowl on December 30th, Doug outlines the team's holiday practice schedule and discusses the current roster turnover. He also tackles the biggest question mark for 2026: the quarterback position. Will Josh Heupel stick with his talented young guns like Merklinger and McIntyre, or look for a veteran in the portal? Doug weighs in on what he calls the "toughest decision" of Heupel's tenure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews recaps the Vols signing day class and where he sees some of these new players fitting in! Coach also talks about the transfer portal and how things could shake out/ what the Vols need!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews recaps everything from the Tennessee loss yesterday at home to Vanderbilt to finish the regular season 8-4, talks about the upcoming signing day, and evaluates the program from where he sees it at the current moment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator, Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps the Vols first win in the Swamp since 2003 and previews the upcoming game against Vanderbilt in Knoxville next Week! Follow Coach on Twitter: @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator, Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews recaps the Vols win over New Mexico State yesterday and previews the upcoming game at Florida in the Swamp! Follow Coach on X: @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator Coach Doug Mathews! Coach goes into the competitive nature of college football, highlighting the challenges teams face in winning championships and discusses the historical context of various programs and their struggles to secure titles, emphasizing the tough landscape of the league. If you aren't following Coach Mathews on Twitter/X you can find him at @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps the Vols unfortunate loss to the Oklahoma Sooners last night in Neyland and also talks about some of the good that he saw in the game! If you aren't following Coach Mathews on Twitter/X you can find him at @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps everything from the Tennessee Vs Kentucky last night including what he saw from all three phases of the football and what this team can improve on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps everything from the Tennessee loss at Alabama last night including what he saw from all three phases of the football and what this team can improve on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! Coach recaps the Vols win over Arkansas last night, previews the upcoming game vs Alabama next weekend and highlights where he views the team is at in certain areas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Former UT Defensive Coordinator Doug Mathews! Coach talks about some of the Vols upcoming opponents and how they looked yesterday as well as also previewing the Vols upcoming game against Arkansas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former Vols DC Doug Mathews! Coach recaps the Vols big overtime win at Mississippi State and some of the key plays/players from the game! Coach also gives his thoughts on where the Vols are as they head into their bye week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps the Vols big win yesterday over UAB and previews the upcoming SEC matchup vs Mississippi State!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another edition of Big Orange Sunday with former UT DC Coach Doug Mathews! Coach Mathews recaps all things from the Georgia game yesterday and where he views this Tennessee program at in the current moment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps the Vols big win from yesterday over ETSU 72-17! Coach also previews the Vols big Week 3 game in Knoxville as they host the Georgia Bulldogs for a Top-25 Matchup and their SEC Opener in 2025!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Former UT Coordinator Doug Mathews as he breaks Down Tennessee's Season Opening Win vs Syracuse! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Coach Doug Mathews! This week Coach is joined by Evan Crabtree, Special Teams Coordinator for the Vols to talk Vols special teams! Coach also does a deep dive into the 2025 opener next week in Atlanta vs Syracuse and what we should expect to see from the Vols in all 3 phases of football!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach is joined by Tennessee's Special Teams Coordinator Evan Crabtree to preview the Vols Special Teams units heading into the 2025 season as well as what he sees from Syracuse heading into Week 1!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Dave McGinnis talks Tennessee's Offense with Coach Mathews (from their Coach to Coach show that airs on Saturdays)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach for another edition of Big Orange Sunday! The season is getting closer and practice is ramping up in Knoxville. Coach opens the show by talking with his son Tate Mathews (of Mathews Team Sports which works with Adidas) about Tennessee Athletics' new deal with Adidas that was put together by AD Danny White. Coach also touches on where the team is at currently after their Friday scrimmage and how the offense looks from top to bottom at the current moment! Follow Coach Mathews on X: @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment of BOS, Coach is joined by his son, Tate Mathews of Mathews Team Sports (which works with Adidas) to talk about Tennessee's new deal with Adidas that was orchestrated by AD Danny White.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's time for another edition of Big Orange Sunday with Coach Doug Mathews! Tennessee Fall Camp has begun and Coach covers multiple things in the show today regarding Tennessee Football including the Boo Carter Situation, Quarterback Room, Who can step up in certain position groups this year, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach Mathews for another edition of Big Orange Sunday! Coach begins the show today with his Church segment where he tells the history of how BOS came to be - next Coach goes through all three phases of the Tennessee 2025 Football Roster and highlights who could be some key contributors for the upcoming season as we get closer to Week 1! Follow Coach on Twitter/X: @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach Mathews for this week's edition of Big Orange Sunday. Coach recaps Josh Heupel's statements at SEC Media Days this past week in Atlanta as well as previews some key points on Tennessee's 2025 schedule, including their opener in Atlanta vs Syracuse. Coach also has a surprise guest in his final segment with former Tennessee QB Andy Kelly stopping by to talk for a few minutes! Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter/X - @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach gets a great surprise in this segment of Big Orange Sunday as he is joined by Former Tennessee Quarterback Andy Kelly for a short segment to talk Tennessee Football, and how he handled playing Quarterback for the VolsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach Mathews for this week's edition of Big Orange Sunday. Coach talks a preview of SEC Media Days this week and positional break downs on the 2025 roster of what the make up is of the Tennessee Football program. Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter/X - @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach Mathews for this week's edition of Big Orange Sunday. Coach is joined by former Tennessee Linebacker and member of the 1985 Sugar Vols, Kelly Ziegler! Kelly and Coach tell a lot of old stories from that special season of Tennessee Football as well as give an inside scoop to the 1985 Sugar Bowl game vs Miami. Coach also talks through the importance of the younger players and incoming freshmen on the 2025 Tennessee Football team! Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter/X - @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Mathews is joined in this segment of BOS by Former Tennessee Linebacker, Kelly Ziegler. Kelly was a member of the 85' Sugar Vols team and was a fantastic player on that defense. Coach and Kelly talk through memories from Kelly's time at Tennessee, the 1985 Sugar Bowl vs Miami, and more! You won't want to miss it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach Mathews for this week's edition of Big Orange Sunday. Coach is joined by former Tennessee Quarterback and member of the 1985 Sugar Vols, Daryl Dickey! Daryl and Coach tell a lot of old stories from that special season of Tennessee Football as well as evaluate the Tennessee program as they see it right now! Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter/X - @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach is joined in this long segment of BOS by former Vols QB Daryl Dickey. Daryl was the QB of the 85' Sugar Vols team and took home MVP of the Sugar Bowl. Daryl and Coach recount old stories from that special season and much more on this segment of BOS!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

REPLAY from 6-8-25: Join Coach Mathews for this week's edition of Big Orange Sunday. Coach is joined by Voice of the Vols Mike Keith as they discuss Vol Baseball in the postseason, Tennessee Football, and the future of Vol Radio Network! Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter/X - @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Coach Mathews for this week's edition of Big Orange Sunday. Coach is joined by former Tennessee Linebacker and member of the 85' Sugar Vols, Dale Jones! Coach and Dale talk about some great memories from their time at Tennessee and how they view the 2025 Tennessee Football team as the season gets closer! Follow Coach Mathews on Twitter/X - @DougMathews615See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Mathews is joined in this segment of Big Orange Sunday by former Tennessee Linebacker and All-SEC Honoree, Dale Jones. Dale was a member of the 1985 Sugar Vols and a standout player for the University of Tennessee!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.