Podcast: The 5 Reasons why Tennessee Vols can make the College Football Playoff in 2026
- Tennessee's playoff case is built around a run game that should remain productive even after a down relative year by Josh Heupel standards.
- The offensive line could return five starters, and even if it does not, the fifth option is described as an experienced backup who started seven or eight games in 2025.
- Tennessee still rushed for more than 2,200 yards in 2025, while Heupel's teams have cleared 2,500 rushing yards in four of five seasons.
- The speaker expects the offense to lead the team in the fall, with the run game and Tulane transfer Javon Gordon helping support a College Football Playoff path.
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