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Tennessee football program penalized for widespread infractions under former coach Pruitt

  • Tennessee committed 18 Level I violations under Pruitt, including a paid unofficial visit scheme and direct payments to athletes.
  • Tennessee fined over $8 million and placed on 5-year probation but avoided bowl ban due to cooperation.
  • Pruitt received 6-year show cause order; other staffers also disciplined.
  • Tennessee must vacate all wins from 2019 and 2020 seasons.
  • Penalties include scholarship reductions but allow Volunteers to still compete for championships.
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