Moore Steps In as Tennessee's New Center | Tennessee Volunteers Football News

Tennessee’s starting center Sam Pendleton missed the season opener against Furman with an undisclosed injury, paving the way for sophomore Nic Moore to make his first career start at the position. A former Jefferson County High standout and massive 6’3”, 312-pound presence, Moore now gets a critical chance to prove himself on the field. Pendleton, who transferred from Notre Dame in 2025 and was the team’s anchor last season, is known for his grit and durability. With no update on his return yet, Moore is stepping into the spotlight — and fans are watching closely to see how Tennessee’s offensive line adapts. 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/233a94fee9ea39b0