Freshman QB Brandon on Watch List | Tennessee Volunteers Football News

Tennessee’s freshman QB Faizon Brandon is already making headlines, earning a spot on the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award watch list — one of just 37 elite FBS players nationwide. Named starter by coach Josh Heupel for their opener against Furman, Brandon enrolled early and dominated spring practices. Hailing from Grimsley High in North Carolina, his early recognition signals big things ahead. The final winner will be crowned in March 2027 — but fans won’t have to wait long to see if he can deliver. Kickoff is set for 3:30 PM ET at Neyland Stadium. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/40543de21745f9a9