Evan Hampton, a 4-star running back in the class of 2026, flipped from Louisville to Vanderbilt football, he announced July 14 on social media. "Immediately after visiting I felt a sense of community, and recognized the university's commitment to excellence both academically and athletically," Hampton said in a statement.

Texas A&M coach Mike Elko and his three player representatives, junior linebacker Taurean York, senior guard Ar'maj Reed-Adams, and senior cornerback Will Lee III, will speak on Thursday during this week's SEC media days, taking place in Atlanta, Georgia.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - It’s an off-season of optimism for Vanderbilt football, and quarterback Diego Pavia is a big reason for that. Last year, he helped lead the Commodores to their first winning season since 2013, and thanks to his lawsuit against the NCAA, Pavia earned an extra season of eligibility to run it back.

The broader role will mark a return to two-way production for a player who shined in high school in the defensive backfield and at wide receiver. Hight played both safety and cornerback and was a starter on offense for Rome (Ga.) as a three-star prospect. He signed with Vanderbilt in 2023 as the No. 49 cornerback in the class.

ATLANTA - Tuesday's SEC Media Days featured three different opponents on the Vanderbilt's 2025 football schedule but none of the programs took the bait when asked about the Commodores.

Clark Lea wasn't afraid to stand in front of reporters at SEC Media Days and proclaim Vanderbilt as a College Football Playoff contender.

My favorite football player growing up was Johnny Manziel,” Pavia said. “Just the way he came to the game. He was just different. Electric."

Clark Lea knows that Vanderbilt’s 7-6 2024 season could’ve easily been another 2-10 one had things not lined up the way they did for his program.  The margins w

The Commodores' All-SEC return specialist learned from some of the game's best as he prepares for an expanded role.