In a seismic recruiting coup, the No. 1 player in the nation has pledged his commitment to the Tennessee Volunteers, sending shockwaves across college football. The five-star defensive lineman—J.J. Sanders, son of NFL heavyweight Raymond “Tank” Sanders—chose Tennessee over top-tier SEC programs like Alabama, Georgia, and LSU ExtrasoccernewsSport Cast Info.
About the Recruit:
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Name: J.J. Sanders
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Position: Edge rusher (6’5″, 235 lb)
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High School: Atlanta, Georgia
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Pedigree: Son of Hall of Famer and former Ravens linebacker Raymond “Tank” Sanders Extrasoccernews.
Recruiting Context:
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Had been extensively pursued by Alabama, Georgia, LSU, and others.
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Ultimately committed in a nationally televised press conference, donning orange and a Tennessee cap.
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Praised Coach Heupel for presenting a complete development vision—not only on the field but as a man ExtrasoccernewsSport Cast Info.
What This Means for Tennessee:
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A defining moment in Josh Heupel’s tenure, signifying the Volunteers’ return to national relevance in the SEC.
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A potential game-changer that can elevate recruiting and shift the momentum in Knoxville’s direction ExtrasoccernewsSport Cast Info.
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🚨 BREAKING: Five-star edge rusher, nation’s top recruit J.J. Sanders, commits to #Tennessee over Alabama, Georgia & LSU! #VolsNation #RockyTop
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𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Just in—Nation’s No. 1 recruit J.J. Sanders, son of NFL legend “Tank” Sanders, is going to Tennessee! He chose the Vols over top SEC schools in a dramatic televised announcement. Knoxville just got hotter. 🍊👊