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Heupel Confirms Boo Carter Remains With Volunteers but Must Meet Team Conditions

The sophomore’s return to practice depends on approval from the team’s leadership council.

Nov 9, 2024; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Boo Carter (23) runs with the ball against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Saul Young/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images/File Photo
Jul 15, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel talks to the media during SEC Media Days at Omni Atlanta Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images/File Photo
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel makes a face during a college football game between Tennessee and Georgia at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Mandatory credit: Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Overview

  • Josh Heupel publicly reaffirmed that Boo Carter is part of Tennessee’s roster as preseason practice begins.
  • Carter missed multiple workouts over the summer, prompting internal discussions about his status.
  • He must fulfill unspecified requirements set by the leadership council before rejoining the field.
  • Carter recently switched representation to agent Omar Cooper and draws strong transfer interest from Colorado once the portal opens.
  • Tennessee’s urgency to retain versatile playmakers grew after the spring departure of quarterback Nico Iamaleava.