Tennessee Football's Chaz Coleman Among Transfer Players With Most to Prove in 2026

Tennessee Volunteers defensive EDGE Chaz Coleman is highlighted as a player with significant potential to prove himself in the 2026 college football season. After transferring from Penn State, Coleman joins the Volunteers amidst high expectations following praise from former Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, who is now part of Tennessee's coaching staff. Despite limited field impact during his freshman year, where he recorded just one sack and six tackles in five games, Coleman was highly sought after in the transfer portal.

His performance is crucial for Tennessee as the team aims to improve upon a disappointing previous season, which ended with four regular-season losses and no College Football Playoff appearance. If Coleman meets expectations, he could greatly enhance Tennessee's defense, potentially leading to a more successful season. Coleman is set to make his debut for the Volunteers on September 5th against the Furman Paladins in Knoxville.