Tennessee’s football team is set to begin its 2024 season in just 60 days. The Vols will kick off the season with a game against Chattanooga on August 31 at Neyland Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. EDT and the game will be televised on SEC Network. This will be the fourth season for head coach Josh Heupel, who has led the team to a 27-12 record and three bowl games in his first three seasons.
As the countdown to the new season continues, Vols Wire takes a look back at past Tennessee student-athletes who have worn the No. 60 jersey over the years. Players like Melvin Herring, Wallace Cantrell, and Darris McCord are among those who have donned this iconic number while playing for the Vols. The list includes players from as far back as the 1930s to current players such as Alton Stephens, who wore No. 60 from 2021-2023. This information was sourced from the 2023 Tennessee Football Media Guide.
The Vols are eager to build on their success from last season as they head into the 2024 campaign. With key players returning and new recruits joining the team, expectations are high for Tennessee this upcoming season. Fans are eagerly anticipating kickoff and can’t wait for a successful year on the football field.
With only six weeks left until kickoff, fans are already counting down to August 31 when Tennessee takes on Chattanooga at Neyland Stadium. As they prepare for opening day, Vols Wire takes a trip down memory lane by examining past Tennessee student-athletes who have worn jersey No. 60 over
