Tennessee Coach in Hospital With Medical Issue Before Texas Game
The Tennessee Volunteers have a coach in the hospital with two days before the team takes on No. 1 Texas on Saturday.
No. 14 Tennessee is set to host No. 1 Texas in a game that could be pivotal for the College Football Playoff. However, the Volunteers are facing an issue as their linebackers coach, William Inge, is currently in the hospital due to a personal medical concern. Tennessee has released a statement confirming that Inge is receiving medical treatment, and the statement urges the public to respect the coach's privacy during this time.
Inge, who played as a defensive end for the Tennessee Titans, has been with the Volunteers as a linebackers coach since the 2024 season. It remains uncertain whether Inge will be available for Saturday's game against Texas. The Volunteers' linebacker unit, consisting of Amare Campbell, Arion Carter, and Edwin Spillman, is a crucial component of their defense.
Campbell leads the team with 17 tackles in the first three games. Tennessee enters this matchup with a 3-0 record, which includes victories over Furman, Georgia Tech, and Kennesaw State. Texas, on the other hand, faces a tough challenge ahead as they are the best team in college football this season. The Longhorns recently secured a thrilling 24-23 comeback win against then-No.
1 Ohio State on September 12. This game marks the first time Tennessee and Texas have faced each other on the field this season, with Texas triumphing in the previous two encounters. Their last meeting took place in 1969, with Texas emerging victorious with a score of 36-13. Both Tennessee and Texas are aiming to return to the College Football Playoff this season, having made it in 2024 but falling short in 2025.
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