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Check out an all-new episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ryan Sylvia, Ric Butler, and Ryan Schumpert are going game-by-game through the 2026 Tennessee Volunteers' season to predict wins and losses for all 12 games. Can the Vols get to nine wins? What's the biggest trap game? We break it all down and more. Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - 0:00 Intro 4:05 Edrees Farooq Reaction 10:50 Schedule Overview 11:57 Furman Prediction 16:57 Georgia Tech Prediction 22:31 Kennesaw State Prediction 25:11 Texas Prediction 30:31 Auburn Prediction 35:06 Arkansas Prediction 38:01 Alabama Prediction 46:13
The RTI: Press Pass returns as hosts Ryan Sylvia, Ric Butler, and Ryan Schumpert are continuing their Tennessee Football positional preview with the defensive side of the ball. The guys discuss being bullish about the secondary, being nervous about the defensive line, and the well-known linebacker unit on the team. Download and subscribe today! - - - 0:00 Intro 3:54 Quarterback Battle Updates 11:19 Tennessee's Most Important Defensive Player 17:25 Secondary Preview 29:12 Defensive Line Preview 45:10 Linebacker Preview 51:05 Wrap Up - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tenn
Check out an all-new episode of the RTI: Press Pass podcast as hosts Ryan Sylvia, Ric Butler, and Ryan Schumpert are opening up the fall camp slate with their thoughts on the offense on Tuesday. The guys predict Tennessee's starting quarterback, dive into the battle for Wide Receiver #3, talk about the running back usage behind DeSean Bishop, and debate the legitimacy of Tennessee's offensive line. All that and more... download and subscribe TODAY! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @R
RTI Jeopardy is back for another summer edition of the game show! On this episode of The RTI: Press Pass, Ryan Schumpert plays host as we welcome in GoVols247's Ben McKee to test his knowledge against Ryan Sylvia and Ric Butler in a Rick Barnes Era Tennessee Basketball contest. Which contestant comes out on top? Which contestant struggles to stay afloat? Find out by watching and following along! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsider TikTok & Yo
The RTI: Press Pass returns from summer break with a special edition of RTI Jeopardy! Host Ryan Sylvia and contestants Ryan Schumpert, Ric Butler, and Jack Foster compete in two games of Josh Heupel Era trivia. Can you name these moments and players from the last five years? Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsider TikTok & YouTube: @RockyTopInsider Facebook: Rocky Top Insider Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon: RTI Press
Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to preview the Chapel Hill Regional. It’s a LOADED regional with three other really good teams. The guys discuss the strengths and weaknesses of UNC and ECU, sharing their thoughts on what it’ll take for Tennessee to win. Plus, who are the most trusted bullpen arms besides the usual suspects? Will Landon Mack give it a go? Who could surprise us? All that and more in the latest Diamond Pass! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider Inst
On this episode of RTI: Diamond Pass, Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to break down Tennessee’s series win at Oklahoma. Starting pitching wasn’t quite as dominant, but the offense stayed hot to guide the team to a big series win. The guys take a holistic view at the last month and change to determine what was truly changed for this team and what should give people confidence going into the postseason… and what shouldn’t, as the Vols need Landon Mack healthy. Plus, a look at Tennessee’s SEC Tournament draw and the most likely Regional destinations at this moment in time. It's a HUGE epi
On this episode of the RTI: Diamond Pass, hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are breaking down all of their thoughts from Tennessee Baseball's impressive 2-1 series win over No. 4 Texas this past weekend in Knoxville. The guys break down the highs of the first two wins on Friday and Saturday, and also talk about their concerns for the new Landon Mack injury and how it could impact the Vols moving forward. Jack and Ryan also dive into Tennessee's offense and ask the important question... Is this unit finally turning the corner? All that and more... Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - Stay con
The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing the Vols' series win over Alabama. The Vols swept a doubleheader after dropping the opener, displaying more consistency at the plate than in weekends past. The guys discuss Tennessee’s momentum offensively in the last four SEC games and if the trend is here to stay. Plus, the guys dive into poor pitching from Thursday night’s series opener while also giving Tegan Kuhns and Evan Blanco their flowers. Additionally, should Tennessee make a change in the pitching rotation? How can Cam Appenzeller and Landon Mack bounce bac
Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to break down Tennessee baseball’s series loss to Ole Miss. The guys discuss how much stock to put into Tennessee’s offensive explosion on Sunday, poor outings from Cam Appenzeller and Landon Mack, and the great Friday performances from a trio of young arms. Has something changed for Levi Clark? What should Tennessee do with Blaine Brown? Plus, the guys give Evan Blanco his flowers, discuss another incredible Tegan Kuhns performance, how the Stone Lawless return can shakeup the lineup and more. - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Te
The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing Tennessee baseball's series sweep at Mississippi State. What led to the sudden turnaround for the Vols? Was it always there? The guys break down Tegan Kuhns' tremendous outing, balanced success for the offense, bullpen performances and more, including what's to come for UT in the next couple of weeks.
Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss Tennessee baseball’s series loss to LSU. After another heartbreaking game three loss, how can Tennessee get off the mat? Plus, the offense continues to struggle, and it simply comes down to guys not performing. Starting pitching and a select few bullpen arms are elite, but depth is an issue on the staff. Who can rise up and provide necessary innings beyond the usual suspects? The guys break down the weekend from all angles before looking ahead to the upcoming series at Mississippi State. - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of you
RTI’s Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss the biggest topics in Tennessee baseball. First, Josh Elander is moving to the dugout full-time and no longer coaching third base. Why this move makes sense and the positives that could come from it. Plus, Stone Lawless is out for the foreseeable future after taking a pitch to the face Sunday. The guys discuss how Tennessee is likely to handle the catcher spot and how Stone’s absence could cause a sizable ripple effect. The Vanderbilt series is one of the more heartbreaking in recent memory. The guys break down what led to three walk-off
Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss Tennessee baseball’s series win over Missouri. The guys react to Tegan Kuhns and Landon Mack’s rocky starts, while going into depth on Evan Blanco’s tremendous 7.2-inning performance. Plus, how good is Cam Appenzeller? And could he be a starter by season’s end? The guys also dive into a balanced offensive performance on the weekend, highlighted by Stone Lawless and Levi Clark. Is Blake Grimmer at leadoff here to stay? What about at second base? All that and more, including a short preview of the upcoming Vanderbilt series, on the RTI Diamond P
The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert examining Tennessee baseball’s heartbreaking series loss to Georgia from all angles. First, addressing the elephant in the room of coach Josh Elander’s decision to NOT pull Brayden Krenzel in the seventh inning. The guys share their reactions on the decision and the events to follow. Plus, an in-depth analysis on the starting pitching performances from Tegan Kuhns, Landon Mack and Evan Blanco, as well as stellar relief appearances from Brandon Arvidson and Cam Appenzeller, and why Bo Rhudy deserves more opportunities. Tennessee’s
The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing Tennessee baseball’s series win over Wright State and the top storylines surrounding the team heading into SEC play. Despite a pair of wins, a 6-0 Sunday loss leaves a sour taste for Tennessee’s most recent weekend. Is there ANY hope for the offense right now? Looking at what is plaguing Levi Clark, Manny Marin’s big weekend, what Blake Grimmer and Garrett Wright returning means and more. And then on the mound, the guys recap starts from Kuhns, Blanco and Mack before going into depth on relief performances from Brayden
The RTI Diamond Pass is back with hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing the Vols’ 2-1 weekend in Arlington, Texas. The weekend started off on the wrong foot but ended on a high note, with Tennessee winning back-to-back games. The guys break down all the top storylines, including Cam Appenzeller’s great performance, the starting pitching, why Levi Clark’s numbers were better than they indicated, what to make of Chris Newstrom’s massive Friday and more! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.co
On this episode of RTI: Diamond Pass, hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss Tennessee baseball’s series loss to Kent State from all angles. Starting with the pitching, 10 hit-by-pitches was an uncharacteristic and worrisome development. But was the lack of command on the weekend a one-off? Brandon Arvidson looked good in his debut, Brady Frederick bounced back and Landon Mack put together another quality start, but the rest of the staff left something to be desired. As did the offense for the vast majority of the weekend. The guys get into the biggest worries regarding the T
The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing all the top takeaways from Tennessee baseball’s opening weekend sweep against Nicholls. Beginning with the starting pitching, Tegan Kuhns, Landon Mack and Evan Blanco all looked the part. But which relief performances stood out the most? Blaine Brown was the story offensively. Is he THE guy for Tennessee this year? And what to make of Trent Grindlinger and Evan Hankins getting starts, Reese Chapman’s productive weekend, the Chris Newstrom-Manny Marin-Ariel Antigua infield, Tyler Myatt’s role and more. - - - Stay connec
The RTI Diamond Pass is BACK with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert preparing you for the 2026 Tennessee baseball season. The guys tell you everything you need to know, from a full roster breakdown, to pitching staff pecking order, to position battles and everything in between. Plus, answering the BIG questions looming over year one of the Josh ElandEra. What will be this team’s identity? What’s the biggest difference in the post-Tony world? Finally, some season superlatives, season predictions and, of course, BOLD predictions with the season just days away. Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - St
On this episode of RTI: Press Pass, hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ric Butler, and Ryan Sylvia are diving into the latest news regarding Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar and his journey through the courts in hopes of joining the Vols' roster for the 2026 season. The guys discuss what's happened so far, the news from Wednesday morning, and the overall precedent of the situation. The guys are also breaking down Tennessee's quarterback room for next season, with or without Joey Aguilar, and what it means for the 2027 season as well. The show wraps up with some talk about the College Football Playoffs ne
Check out an all-new episode of the RTI: Press Pass podcast as hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ryan Sylvia, and Ric Butler are diving into the latest portal news around Tennessee Athletics. The guys take a look at Tennessee's 20-man portal class and talk about the most underrated pickups, the projected starters and impact players, the players that Tennessee most needs to click in place, and much more. The guys are also taking a quick look into Tennessee's win over Alabama, what's next on the Lady Vols' schedule, and investigate Schump's twitter hack. All that and more, download and subscribe TODAY! - -
Check out an all-new episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ryan Sylvia, Ric Butler, and Ryan Schumpert are diving into the latest transfer portal news for the Tennessee Volunteers. The guys discuss the quarterback market and Tennessee's remaining options, last weekend's Penn State haul and Chaz Coleman, areas that still need to be addressed, and much more. The guys close the show by discussing a few key storylines for both the men's and women's basketball teams as they continue conference play. Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - 0:00 Intro 5:21 Portal QB Market, Tennessee's Options 23:53 Vo
Check out the latest episode of the RTI Press Pass as Ryan Schumpert and Ryan Sylvia dive into the transfer portal to find out where Tennessee Football is in the process. The guys dive into every angle of the portal there is, breaking down the Vols' additions, Tennessee's targets, QB Sam Leavitt's journey, and much more. It's an episode that you don't want to miss if you're a Vol fan in the know. Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagra
Check out a late-night episode of the RTI Press Pass as Ryan Sylvia and Ric Butler are breaking down Tennessee's Music City Bowl loss to Illinois in Nissan Stadium. The guys talk about what went wrong for Tennessee and discuss the different players that UT used. The guys also get into some broad topics, such as transfer portal needs, the season as a whole, and much more. Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsider TikTok
