Practice observations: Notes and impressions from extended viewing of Tennessee’s first day of preseason camp
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Key Points:
- Tennessee Vols opened their 2026 preseason camp on Wednesday, exactly one month before their season opener against Furman, practicing in helmets and shorts on a warm, sunny day.
- The team started indoors at the Anderson Training Center before moving outdoors to the expanded Haslam Field, which now features three full-length fields.
- Practice included more open periods than usual but focused mainly on individual drills, highlighted by a new competitive drill between wide receivers and tight ends versus defensive backs.
- Head coach Josh Heupel is scheduled to address the media after practice alongside five freshmen players: wide receivers TK Keys and Tyreek King, linebackers TJ White and Brayden Rouse, and offensive tackle Gabriel Osenda.
- The first day of camp was marked by spirited activity and provided early insights into the team's preparation for the upcoming season.
