Matt Ray
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Cover Tennessee Vols Football/Recruting 📸 for https://t.co/YWtgzSu5sr on the On3 Network. Blessed with a beautiful wife & 🦮
Tennessee, USA
Joined January 2011
Head Ball Coach @coachjoshhuepel letting Tennessee fans know his appreciation for the support
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“I am committed to Tennessee. It’s that simple.”. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Vols commit @mike1matthews was back in Knoxville on Saturday night. He discussed the game, his efforts as a peer recruiter and more ⬇️⬇️
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C.J. Stroud, who is headed pro next year, threw his 5th TD yesterday up 49-14 with roughly 8 minutes to go in the game. Silence. Joe Milton, who has a chance to get valuable reps for the future, throws a bomb, with other second teamers and this ⬇️. Makes zero sense.
@JasonLisk I genuinely want to know how the coaches on the committee will feel about that. Look I’m all for letting your backups play, but this feels like a little much.
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In talking to ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @mike1matthews prior to publicly revealing his decision, the future of Tennessee’s quarterback room was important in his commitment to the Vols. Having @nico_iamaleava8 and @JakeMerklinger throwing him the ball for years to come was important
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ICYMI: Recruits were glowing after the #Vols win over Alabama. “This is the greatest place in America. Nothing compares to it. If you want to be good at football, come to the University of Tennessee”- @EthanUtley1 .
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“I am a Vol, man. Definitely still locked in.”. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Vols LB commit @ChristianGass4 experienced game day at Neyland for the first time. His bond with the staff continues to grow, and he remains firm in his commitment. More @Volquest_On3 ⬇️. .
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Lot of orange in Downtown Pittsburgh right now. Early look as I head into the Pirates game suggests Tennessee has traveled well.
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Head Ball Coach @coachjoshheupel letting Tennessee fans know his appreciation for the support following 40-13 victory over LSU
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Elite Vols LB commit ⬇️⬇️⬇️.
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Josh Heupel checking in on elite #Vols LB commit @ChristianGass4 in pre-game. The top 100 prospect will take in his first SEC game tonight
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The refreshment layout for the @mike1matthews table here at the Parkview D1 Football signee ceremony seems to be on point 👀. (No this isn’t an official signing day. That will still be on the 20th but Parkview is out of school that day.)
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In the absence of Cedric Tillman, Bru McCoy stepped up and made some big time football plays for the #Vols. @Tylerbaron23 made his thoughts clear on McCoy during the post game celebration.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Vols QB commit @faizon_brandon wins the MVP of the 4A N.C. State Championship game after quarterbacking the Whirlies to a 35-23 victory . 📸:@ethanmmcdowell
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Mike Matthews will be in Knoxville on Saturday for bowl practice to start his career as a Vol. The elite prospect and family shared insight about a record-setting high school career, a lengthy recruitment and more in this @Volquest_On3 exclusive⬇️. LINK:
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Told me on this day the first thing wanted to do in the league was prove he belonged…Has shown up on the biggest stage tonight
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Multiple other programs have continued to swing for @RickeyGibson03 since his August commitment to Tennessee, but he tells me that he has shut things down and is set to join the #Vols later this month. ⬇️⬇️
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“Auburn and Georgia somehow think I am going to flip but that’s never happening.”. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @Travis_Smith_Jr is locked in with @CoachKelseyPope and the #Vols. He shares his thoughts on the Kent State game and more with @Volquest_On3 ⬇️.
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Elite EDGE was on Rocky Top today ⬇️.
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True freshman @boo_Carter6 showed up in a big way for the #Vols last night. He flashed big time in and around the box with his short area ability. 7 tackles, 1.5 TFLs and a sack in the OT victory
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Tennessee weathers a strong push from Georgia and Auburn to hold on to @squirrelwhite3. The desire to play for @KodiBurns and in @coachjoshheupel’s offense won out. “It was kind of tough, but at the end of the day, I am a Tennessee Volunteer.” ⬇️⬇️ .
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Elite 2023 QB @nico_iamaleava8 signing autographs after taking in Tennessee’s win over Vanderbilt
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🚨🚨long-time #Vols RB commit @jbaker1244 has put pen to paper and is officially locked in with Tennessee. He discusses being ready to get to work on Rocky Top and more ⬇️⬇️
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#Vols LB commit @ChristianGass4 started his birthday weekend with a playoff win on Friday, and a trip to Rocky Top on Saturday. He remains “locked in” with Tennessee as signing day approaches. More here @Volquest_On3 ⬇️⬇️
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Elite Vols TE commit @davis1ethan continued to hear from other schools, especially Ole Miss, after his decision to commit to Tennessee in December. However, Davis has “shut down” the process, and his trust in @CoachGolesh was a vital reason why ⬇️⬇️
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🚨🚨 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️@JoakimDodson1 stayed true to the #Vols even after a November push from Ole Miss. He details his excitement to see the recruiting process end and focus on his future in Knoxville ⬇️⬇️
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Hendon Hooker @henhook2 repping “The Artful Dodger” Condrege Holloway during the post game press conference
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Just In: Tennessee beats out Georgia to land one of the elite linebacker prospects in America in @ChristianGass4. Take a look at the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in this @Volquest_On3 Impact Analysis ⬇️⬇️
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Tennessee Head Coach @coachjoshheupel taking time to make some young fans night here at Brentwood Academy tonight
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Shot of the night for me as @henhook2 takes a bow and @Vol_Football cruises past South Alabama to become bowl eligible
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#Vols DL commits @EthanUtley1 and @MariyonDye spending plenty of time with DL target and weekend official visitor @cioc1126 here in pre-game
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#Vols commit Dylan Brooks @_dylanbrooks already looks college-ready. Natural mover in space and shows incredible length. Freakish edge defender. Huge pull for Jeremy Pruitt and Derrick Ansley out of a small town that appears predominantly #RollTide
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#VFL Darnell Wright was in attendance for Tennessee’s second spring practice today. Should hear his name called early in this year’s NFL Draft.
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One of the most over looked players in the country this fall. 26 let it all hang out in his final season on Rocky Top. Going to make an NFL team happy in the future.
He led all SEC DBs in TFLs this season (9) and ranked second in the league in PBUs (11). Theo Jackson will play his 56th and final @Vol_Football game in his hometown - Nashville.
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Breaking: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ATH @boo_Carter6 has committed to Tennessee, choosing the #Vols over Michigan, Ohio State and others. He details the decision to wear Orange and play for @coachjoshheupel and @CoachTimBanks with @Volquest_On3 ⬇️⬇️
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The players have been through a tremendous amount of adversity over the last couple of months, and from the early returns, they are excited about Josh Heupel. That says a lot to me.
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🚨🚨🚨 Breaking: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @mike1matthews talks decision to wear Orange and play on Rocky Top for @CoachKelseyPope and @coachjoshheupel ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ DL @keshawn_stancil was on Rocky Top last weekend and left impressed. He plans to return this Saturday. He has built a strong bond with @LevornH and is excited to see more of the program. He goes in-depth with @Volquest_On3 ⬇️ . LINK:
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Vols LB commit @JaedonHarmon10 is back on Rocky Top. Alabama continues to push for a flip back, but he is back in Knoxville this week, and he returns next week for his official visit when the Crimson Tide come to town ⬇️⬇️
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Tennessee impressed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ WR @mike1matthews on his official visit this weekend. He goes in-depth on the trip, time spent with @coachjoshheupel, @CoachKelseyPope and much more with @Volquest_On3 ⬇️⬇️
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🚨Just In: #Vols signee @Childsplay_205 is a newly minted ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and the nation’s top-rated EDGE prospect. Ross joins James Pearce Jr. as the second 5-star pass rusher to sign with Tennessee in the @coachjoshheupel era ⬇️⬇️
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ WR @_Ryanwingo1 details another trip to Rocky Top as the #Vols continue to impress the elite playmaker
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Tennessee made an excellent early evaluation on @Nathan_Leacock and prioritized the big-time pass-catcher leading to his commitment. Get to know more about the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ WR in his @Volquest_On3 newcomer profile ⬇️⬇️
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#Vols @Vol_Football QB Hendon Hooker @henhook2 with his scripture book at SEC Media Days. He really emphasized what the book meant to him and family during the media session ⬇️⬇️
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Breaking: Peach State Star WR @kalebwebb3 Webb Commits to Vols @coachjoshheupel and @KodiBurns, Details Decision
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Tennessee extends an offer to 2027 standout @CooperWitten_ . The son of Vol legend Jason Witten is rated as the No.1 LB in the On3 Industry Rating for the 2027 class ⬇️⬇️.
#AGTG After a great conversation with @coachjoshheupel I am very blessed and grateful to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee #GBO🍊. @Vol_Football .@CoachTimBanks .@Coach_Nez_ .@CoachEkelerUT
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🚨🚨 The recruiting process is officially over for Elite ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ LB @JaedonHarmon10. He breaks down the excitement to “get to work” at Tennessee and more here ⬇️⬇️.
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Eventual game-winner from Hendon Hooker to Cedric Tillman in OT
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Cali. WR @AndersonnJJJ will be in Knoxville starting tomorrow for a multi-day visit. The 2024 pass-catcher is looking to pickup an offer and learn more about the program. He will also be spending time with close friend @nico_iamaleava8 during the trip ⬇️⬇️
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Carnell Tate @carnelltate_, the nation’s top receiver, was on Rocky Top this weekend for his first official visit. He talks about the trip, time spent with @nico_iamaleava8, @KasperKyler and @CoachKelseyPope and more ⬇️⬇️ v.
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🚨 Tennessee flips coveted in-state RB @daune_morris away from USC. @Volquest_On3 deep dives into his game and more in this Impact Analysis ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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#Vols OLB/ST Coordinator @CoachEkelerUT came over and had a straightforward chat with Roman Harrison and Byron Young as they stretched for Tennessee’s first padded practice. Ekeler’s edge rushers should be poised for a big 2022. Think these guys would run through a wall for him
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Tennessee Head Coach @coachjoshheupel here at Bradley Central High school to watch a Region Championship battle featuring #Vols commits @boo_Carter6 and @marcusgoree_2. Field is loaded with talent tonight
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Just in: Tennessee lands one of the most dynamic athletes in the country in the 2025 cycle in @LagonzaJr. @Volquest_On3 takes a look at the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ playmaker in this Impact analysis ⬇️⬇️
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Elite 2024 WR @_Ryanwingo1 is ready to return to Tennessee for another visit next weekend. The touted pass catcher discusses his growing relationship with @CoachKelseyPope and the #Vols ahead of the trip. More here ⬇️⬇️
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Tennessee nailed their eval with @Nathan_Leacock. After a massive senior season, the Millbrook standout moves into the top-50 of the final On300 rankings for 2023 ⬇️⬇️
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ EDGE @MariyonDye picks Tennessee over Ohio State and Purdue. The elite prospect details the decision, how important @LevornH and @coachjoshheupel were in his recruitment and more with @Volquest_On3 ⬇️⬇️
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Have talked to several people tonight. It sounds like Tennessee had a productive team meeting (as originally planned) this evening and many were impressed with Kevin Steele. Preventing a mass roster exodus is imperative for Tennessee at this point.
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Plenty of Orange and White here in Charlotte today @NorthMeckFB… home to ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Vols DL @clt_charles and VFL @CoachVereen
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Now that he is committed, @WilliamSatt50 wants to help add one more pivotal piece to Tennessee’s 2024 offensive line class and that is massive Lonestar state OT @BenzWarren76 ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
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Breaking: @akajwill commits to the Vols and @CoachMack_Tenn over Auburn. The Peach State Star details his decision here ⬇️⬇️
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Elite 2025 QB Cutter Boley has 'awesome' Junior Day experience with Vols ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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2023 WR @DevinHyatt_ made his way to Knoxville for Tennessee’s Junior day on Saturday. He talks about the trip, his growing relationship with @KodiBurns, and the potential of teaming up with fellow IMG pass catcher @carnelltate_ at the next level ⬇️⬇️
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Elite TE Jonathan Echols has remained quiet since Alex Golesh’s departure to USF. The long-time #Vols commit updates where things stand, discusses his growing relationship with new OC Joey Halzle and more ⬇️⬇️
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Just In: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Vols WR commitment @BrayStaley tells @Volquest_On3 his recruitment is closed. After a late push from home-state South Carolina, Staley intends to sign during the early signing period with Tennessee. He will be an early enrollee ⬇️
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🚨🚨 Tennessee outlasts Ohio State and lands the signature of David Sanders Jr. More here at @Volquest_On3
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#Vols HC @coachjoshheupel paying close attention to ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ OT @DavidLSandersJr here at Night at Neyland
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Tennessee lands the commitment of ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ QB @faizon_brandon . @CharlesPower goes in-depth on what makes him the top QB, his case to push for No. 1 overall and much more with @Volquest_On3 ⬇️⬇️
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DB Commit @JackLuttrell 'Locked In' With Vols, Continues to Embrace Role as a Peer Recruiter
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Just In: Tennessee beats out Alabama and Georgia for the commitment of ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ WR @Travis_Smith_Jr. Take a look at what @CoachKelseyPope and the #Vols are getting in this pivotal win on the trail in this @Volquest_On3 Impact Analysis ⬇️⬇️.
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How I fully intend to look outrunning everyone to the homemade ice cream this weekend
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QB commit @nico_iamaleava8 returned to Tennessee on Saturday, and the atmosphere lived up to the hype. Other schools continue to try, but the elite signal-caller is locked in with @CoachHalzle and the #Vols ⬇️⬇️
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#Vols Head Coach @coachjoshheupel, Assistants @luc_brian, @CoachWMartinez, @CoachEkelerUT and @CoachMack_Tenn Check In On In-State Commitment Elijah Herring. He is feeling great about his commitment and talks about the visit here ⬇️⬇️
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Fast-rising New Jersey DL @WatsonMaraad will no longer visit Nebraska this weekend and will instead head to Knoxville for an official visit with the #Vols. More here @Volquest_On3 ⬇️⬇️ . LINK:
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#Vols OL target @Danielcalhoun00 getting in some work today during Walton’s spring practice
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Breaking: #Vols land coveted OL @VysenL over Auburn, LSU, and Texas. He details the decision to play for @coachjoshheupel and @Gelarbee here ⬇️⬇️
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Josh Heupel has several phone calls to make that are important once he gets on the job. I’d start with Arik Gilbert and Ty Simpson would follow.
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🚨🚨⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ DL @EthanUtley1 is “just a kid fulfilling his dream” by signing with Tennessee. He discusses his stellar senior season and the next steps in his journey on Rocky Top ⬇️
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A lot of ⭐️ power here on Rocky Top today. 5-star Faizon Brandon, 5-star Zion Elee, 4-star Shaedy Hayward (@LagonzaJr) , 4-star TK Keys
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#Vols HC @coachjoshheupel and DC @CoachTimBanks paying close attention to ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ DB target @boo_Carter6 and current commit @marcusgoree_2 at today’s 7v7 event
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Just in: Tennessee lands the commitment of ⭐️⭐️⭐️ DL @jeremias_heard. The massive 6-8, 295 pound @Modelfball product discusses the decision to play for the #Vols with Volquest ⬇️⬇️ .
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