Transfer Monty Hunt commits to Tennessee ahead of 2026 football season
Defensive back Monty Hunt commits to Tennessee as a 2026 transfer.
Monty Hunt, a defensive back from Tennessee Tech, has committed to Tennessee for the 2026 football season, according to Pete Nakos of On3. Hunt had been in the NCAA transfer portal since January and gained a fifth year of eligibility. He announced his intention to return to his JUCO year on January 2, expressing gratitude to Tennessee Tech.
Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 175 pounds, Hunt played for Tennessee Tech from 2024-25, registering 10 tackles and four pass break-ups in 12 games. Prior to Tennessee Tech, he attended Palomar College and played in 19 games from 2022-23, accumulating 33 tackles, two tackles for loss, one fumble recovery, one interception, and eight pass break-ups.
Born in Eagle's Landing, Georgia, Hunt joins Tennessee's defensive lineup in preparation for the upcoming season.
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