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Tennessee Lands Michigan DB TJ Metcalf in Transfer Portal

The Michigan transfer brings nickel-safety flexibility for Jim Knowles' rebuilt secondary.

Overview

  • Metcalf joins the Volunteers with one season of eligibility after starting stints at Arkansas and Michigan.
  • He logged a team-high 778 defensive snaps for Michigan in 2025 and posted 58 tackles, four pass breakups, and one interception.
  • His ability to play nickel and safety aligns with Tennessee’s need at the Star spot after Jalen McMurray entered the NFL draft and Boo Carter transferred to Colorado.
  • Across 37 career games, he has 129 tackles, four interceptions, two fumble recoveries, one forced fumble, and 11 pass breakups.
  • He is among 11 transfer additions as Josh Heupel and new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles work to upgrade a defense that finished 8-5 in 2025.