Tennessee Football Coaches Featured in EA College Football 26

Tennessee football head coach Josh Heupel, along with offensive coordinator Joey Halzle and defensive coordinator Tim Banks, will be featured as real coaches in the upcoming EA Sports College Football 26 video game, marking the first time real coaches appear since the series' reboot. This inclusion highlights Heupel's successful tenure, having restored the Volunteers to national prominence with a strong record and a College Football Playoff appearance in 2024. The game, releasing July 10, 2025, will offer enhanced authenticity with over 300 real-world coaches, more than 2,800 new plays, and unique school-specific schemes, improving the overall college football gaming experience. Tennessee's defense, a key factor in their playoff run, has been a major strength under Banks, while the offense led by Halzle has faced some struggles in recent seasons. The addition of real coaches and dynamic stadium presentations aims to deepen fan engagement and realism, allowing players to manage coaching staff dynamically within the game. This development reflects broader enthusiasm for college football gaming, as other programs like South Carolina and Clemson also confirmed their coaches' appearances in College Football 26.