The RIVERSIDE: A Podcast on the Tennessee Volunteers

On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White break down Tennessee’s dominant opening-game win against Furman. The trio analyzes Faizon Brandon’s first game as a Vol and discusses how he helped power a historic performance as QB1.

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The guys also look at the performance from the defense, including how new coordinator Jim Knowles has the group looking to start the season. Later, Erik makes the case for one UT linebacker that should get some more love after his impressive showing against Furman.

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Closing things out, the crew dissects the crucial upcoming road test at Georgia Tech and gives their game plan for success. Who will step up in Atlanta and bring the Vols to victory? Find out on today’s episode!

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:36) Week One Recap: UT Beats Furman 56-9

(3:48) Assessing Faizon Brandon’s First Outing As QB1

(6:22) Faizon’s Maturity As A True Freshman

(8:48) Evaluating The Offensive Line In Game One

(18:13) Defensive Takeaways From Week One

(20:56) Importance Of LB Jeremiah Telander

(24:35) Tennessee’s Defensive Depth And Versatility

(25:43) Arion Carter Served One Game Suspension

(32:04) Recapping SEC Week 1 Action

(40:41) Previewing Week 2 Road Game At Georgia Tech

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New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White break down Tennessee’s dominant opening-game win against Furman. The trio analyzes Faizon Brandon’s first game as a Vol and discusses how he helped power a historic performance as QB1.

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The guys also look at the performance from the defense, including how new coordinator Jim Knowles has the group looking to start the season. Later, Erik makes the case for one UT linebacker that should get some more love after his impressive showing against Furman.

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Closing things out, the crew dissects the crucial upcoming road test at Georgia Tech and gives their game plan for success. Who will step up in Atlanta and bring the Vols to victory? Find out on today’s episode!

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:36) Week One Recap: UT Beats Furman 56-9

(3:48) Assessing Faizon Brandon’s First Outing As QB1

(6:22) Faizon’s Maturity As A True Freshman

(8:48) Evaluating The Offensive Line In Game One

(18:13) Defensive Takeaways From Week One

(20:56) Importance Of LB Jeremiah Telander

(24:35) Tennessee’s Defensive Depth And Versatility

(25:43) Arion Carter Served One Game Suspension

(32:04) Recapping SEC Week 1 Action

(40:41) Previewing Week 2 Road Game At Georgia Tech

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New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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Thank you to our sponsor:

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On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White get you ready for Tennessee football’s opening game against Furman. The crew dives into Faizon Brandon’s Week 1 nod as the Vols’ starting quarterback, including what the true freshman brings to the offense. Will the defense under new coordinator Jim Knowles be able to help Tennessee’s true freshman QB succeed early in the season?

The crew also dives into the latest NCAA player eligibility issues, including how Arion Carter has been affected and what recent court rulings could mean for the future of college football. Then, get a complete Tennessee vs. Furman game preview, including game-week preparation, keys to victory and what each side of the ball must accomplish. Finally, the guys end the show with a tribute to Dolly Parton, one of Tennessee’s greatest icons.

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(1:12) Faizon Brandon To Start Week 1

(4:10) How To Gameplan For Faizon

(16:39) Can NFL Players Return To NCAA Football?

(22:11) Breakdown Of Lane Kiffin’s Comments On Pursuing NFL Players

(25:50) Is Arion Carter’s Suspension Justified?

(31:03) Preparing For Week One Against Furman

(35:02) Importance Of Practice And Scouting For Game Day

(40:32) Will Heupel Rotate Depth In Week One?

(42:17) Unpacking History Between UT & Furman

(44:42) Keys To Week One

(47:08) Remembering Tennessee Legend Dolly Parton

New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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Erik's X: https://x.com/ErikAinge3

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Fred's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deucewhite/

Fred's X: https://x.com/DoubleCover2

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Coach’s X: https://x.com/phillipfulmer

Coach’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfulmer/

On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White get you ready for Tennessee football’s opening game against Furman. The crew dives into Faizon Brandon’s Week 1 nod as the Vols’ starting quarterback, including what the true freshman brings to the offense. Will the defense under new coordinator Jim Knowles be able to help Tennessee’s true freshman QB succeed early in the season?

The crew also dives into the latest NCAA player eligibility issues, including how Arion Carter has been affected and what recent court rulings could mean for the future of college football. Then, get a complete Tennessee vs. Furman game preview, including game-week preparation, keys to victory and what each side of the ball must accomplish. Finally, the guys end the show with a tribute to Dolly Parton, one of Tennessee’s greatest icons.

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(1:12) Faizon Brandon To Start Week 1

(4:10) How To Gameplan For Faizon

(16:39) Can NFL Players Return To NCAA Football?

(22:11) Breakdown Of Lane Kiffin’s Comments On Pursuing NFL Players

(25:50) Is Arion Carter’s Suspension Justified?

(31:03) Preparing For Week One Against Furman

(35:02) Importance Of Practice And Scouting For Game Day

(40:32) Will Heupel Rotate Depth In Week One?

(42:17) Unpacking History Between UT & Furman

(44:42) Keys To Week One

(47:08) Remembering Tennessee Legend Dolly Parton

New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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THE RIVERSIDE: https://theriversideut.com/

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X: https://x.com/theriversideut

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theriversideut

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Erik's X: https://x.com/ErikAinge3

Erik’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikainge3/

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Fred's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deucewhite/

Fred's X: https://x.com/DoubleCover2

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Coach’s X: https://x.com/phillipfulmer

Coach’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfulmer/

Faizon Brandon PREVAILS in Tennessee’s QB1 Battle + Fulmer Reveals How He Recruited Ainge & White

On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White get you prepped on all things Tennessee football preseason camp. The guys break down how Faizon Brandon won the QB battle against George MacIntyre and what the process looked like this offseason.

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Later, the crew breaks down the biggest games that could make or break Tennessee in 2026. Could Georgia Tech pose the biggest threat early on? Will Huepel disciple Alex Golesh cause UT fits when Auburn comes to town?

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Plus, how did Coach Fulmer end up landing Fred and Erik as recruits to come to Rocky Top? Find out about that and more on the inaugural episode of The Riverside!

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Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(1:02) Riverside Origin & Memories of Tennessee

(5:05) How Coach Fulmer recruited Erik & Fred to UT

(12:41) Coach & Fred’s Rocky Top Title Legacy

(16:46) Faizon Brandon Named Week 1 Starter

(25:35) Breaking Down QB Selection Process

(31:42) How Defense Prepares QBs in Practice

(34:13) How Does Playcalling Challenge QBs in Camp?

(37:42) Transitioning From One QB To Another As A Team

(43:12) Overview Of Tennessee’s 2026 Schedule

(52:17) Importance of Georgia Tech Matchup

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New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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THE RIVERSIDE: https://theriversideut.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theriversideut

X: https://x.com/theriversideut

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theriversideut

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Erik's X: https://x.com/ErikAinge3

Erik’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikainge3/

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Fred's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deucewhite/

Fred's X: https://x.com/DoubleCover2

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Phillip’s X: https://x.com/phillipfulmer