Tennessee's Kitselman Returns and Perry to Transfer

Tennessee tight end Miles Kitselman will return for a fifth season in 2025, benefiting from a new NCAA waiver that extends eligibility for athletes who previously played at junior colleges. This decision follows a lawsuit by Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, which resulted in the NCAA granting an additional year of eligibility to junior college transfers. Kitselman, who initially played at Hutchinson Community College and then Alabama, became a key player for Tennessee with 22 receptions for 301 yards and four touchdowns in 2024. His return strengthens Tennessee's tight end lineup, which will also include Ethan Davis and two new recruits. Meanwhile, Tennessee's roster will see changes as linebacker Kalib Perry plans to transfer. The NCAA's waiver reflects a significant shift in eligibility rules for college athletes.