Tennessee Football Updates Roster With Multiple Number, Weight Changes Ahead 2025 Season

The Tennessee Volunteers have released their official 2025 football roster updates, featuring numerous jersey number changes across the team, including both returning players and newcomers. Notable number changes include sophomore running back Peyton Lewis switching to No. 2, wide receiver Mike Matthews to No. 4, and defensive linemen Daevin Hobbs and Carson Gentle changing to No. 5 and No. 35 respectively. The roster update also highlights players' offseason weight changes, indicating targeted physical transformations aimed at improving speed, athleticism, or muscle mass. Tennessee's 2025 recruiting class ranks 11th nationally and 8th in the SEC, with 18 of the 32 newcomers holding blue-chip status. The Vols open their season on August 30 against Syracuse in Atlanta, followed by a home opener against ETSU, with SEC play commencing against Georgia. These roster updates come ahead of SEC Media Days in Atlanta, where Tennessee’s coaching staff and players will represent the program.