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Tennessee Lands Miami Defensive Back Jadais Richard From Transfer Portal

The veteran chose Tennessee over a planned Auburn visit to become the Vols’ 20th portal addition with one year of eligibility.

Overview

  • Richard told On3 he committed on Jan. 25 after limited 2025 playing time at Miami following a 2024 season-ending injury.
  • The 6-1, 195-pound defensive back started six games for Miami in 2024, recording 27 tackles, an interception and a forced fumble.
  • He began at Vanderbilt before three seasons with the Hurricanes, accumulating 36 career games and eight starts.
  • Tennessee has added eight defensive backs through the portal to fit new coordinator Jim Knowles’ scheme and deepen a crowded secondary.
  • The Vols also brought in Idaho State receiver and returner Ian Duarte on Jan. 25 even as spring classes had already begun.