The Chase Thomas Podcast: A Tennessee Volunteers Show

On today's program, Chase is joined by Knox News' Wynton Jackson to talk Alcoa's latest state title win, Webb & Central being really interesting going into 2026, buying Derek Rang and Oak Ridge stock in 2026, Sevier County's Nathan Patterson's underrated year and much more. Then, Page's Charles Rathbone joins the program to talk about his Patriots' state championship (25:00), beating Sevier County, what made his group this year special, unsung heroes for this year's team how to repeat next year and much more. To wrap, Lincoln County's Eddie Cunningham joins the program to talk about the Falcons' huge underdog run in the postseason (42:00), the Powell and Sevier County ball games, his big-time playmakers on offense, going into 2026 with big expectations and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Wynton Jackson, Charles Rathbone, Eddie CunninghamTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by Rocky Top Insider's Ryan Schumpert and Saturday Down South's Ethan Stone to talk about Tennessee's decision to fire defensive coordinator Tim Banks, where the Vols will go for his replacement, the Vols losing Cade Phillips for the remainder of the season, and where Tennessee fits among a down SEC in men's hoops this season.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Ethan StoneTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to talk about Tennessee's boring trip to the Music City Bowl vs. Illinois, Georgia dominating Alabama in the SEC title game, Notre Dame getting left out of the CFP, the CFP bracket set, and Penn State hiring Matt Campbell from Iowa State.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by Rocky Top Insider's Ryan Schumpert to talk about Tony Vitello leaving the Vols for San Francisco, Tennessee men's hoops not adding Rodney Rice this offseason, staff changes for the football program, Tim Banks coaching safeties, Tennessee not playing complimentary football for a long time now, wasting two great schedules and the rise of Vanderbilt.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Ryan SchumpertTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by Rocky Top Insider's Jack Foster & Rocky Top Insider's Ryan Sylvia to talk about Jay Abernathy's chances of breaking out for Tennessee baseball in 2026, the Lady Vols hoops team's rocky week vs Stanford & UCLA, Joey Aguilar vs. Sorsby for QB1 debate in 2026 for the Vols and Tennessee's huge recruiting class for 2026.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Jack Foster, Ryan SylviaTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to talk about Tennessee's huge early national signing day for the Vols, Georgia losing Jared Curtis to Vanderbilt, CFP committee's final ranking going into conference championship weekend, Penn State's chaotic coaching search, and Georgia vs. Alabama deep dive for the SEC Championship.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by Gatlinburg-Pittman's Tyler Williams to discuss his Highlander team's undefeated season thus far, soaking in the moment, making history for the school, the big win over Tyner, what makes Westview a tough matchup, why this team is special, and much more. Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Tyler WilliamsTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by veteran Tennessee Vols writer and sports talk radio host Jimmy Hyams to talk about if this was a successful season for Josh Heupel and Tennessee, changes Heupel should make this offseason, and if the Vols should run it back with Joey Aguilar next season.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Jimmy HyamsTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by Rocky Top Insider's Ryan Schumpert and Saturday Down South's Ethan Stone to talk about Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt, winners and losers from the game, issues with the Vols' offense and defense, big offseason decisions, if Tennessee hoops can be a top-10 team this year and much more. Then, Pencil Talk's Jack DeLongchamps joins the program to talk about Josh Elander's rise at Tennessee (60:00), why he'll do well as the head man, missing Tony Vitello, why LSU will be UT's biggest competition in 2026, Ariel Antigua and Henry Ford buzz, why Brady Frederick will be a fan favorite and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Ryan Schumpert, Ethan Stone, Jack DeLongchampsTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to recap Week 14 of the college football season, Georgia beating Georgia Tech, Vanderbilt destroying Tennessee, the huge SEC head coaching changes, Texas beating Texas A&M, Alabama beats Auburn, and Michigan finally falls to Ohio State.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to preview Week 14 of the college football season, talk about the latest College Football Playoff rankings, Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt, Georgia vs. Georgia Tech, Texas A&M vs. Texas, Alabama vs. Auburn, Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State, Michigan vs. Ohio State and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to recap Week 13 of the college football season, talk about the latest College Football Playoff rankings, the latest Lane Kiffin-Ole Miss coaching future drama, Tennessee vs. Florida, Georgia vs. Charlotte, Oklahoma vs. Mizzou, Vanderbilt vs. Kentucky, Arkansas vs. Texas, and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Omaha Productions & Rocky Top Insider's Jack Foster joins Chase to talk about Tennessee baseball losing Frank Anderson to San Francisco, if the Vols will miss Andrew Fischer or Liam Doyle more in 2026, the case for Faizon Brandon or a transfer portal quarterback as QB1 next season and two keys for Tennessee to beat Florida on Saturday night.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Jack FosterTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to preview Week 12 of the college football season, talk about the latest College Football Playoff rankings, Tennessee vs. Florida, Oklahoma vs. Mizzou, Vanderbilt vs. Kentucky, Arkansas vs. Texas, and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by 5StarPreps' Jesse Smithey to talk about South-Doyle and LA Headrick parting ways this week, what to make of the Cherokees' job, if Webb is still a good job in East Tennessee, Maryville & Alcoa's title chances, Sevier County peaking at the right time and why Anderson County is set up to have a very interesting offseason. Then, Riverdale Warriors head football coach Will Kriesky joins the program to discuss the Maryville playoff loss in the second round, how his team fought hard, Vaughn and Hampton's big games offensively, his offseason plans for the Warriors, his favorite part of coaching this team this year, and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Jesse Smithey, Will KrieskyTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by More Important Issues' Caleb Mitchell and UTK Daily Beacon's Alex Sarkis to talk about Tennessee Vols football Week 12 stock report, who is trending up and down, Daevin Hobbs breakout, Boo Carter dismissed by Tennessee, if Neyland Stadium should expand seating, Vols hoops beat Rice takeaways and if Sam Leavitt would make sense for Tennessee as QB1 in 2026.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Caleb Mitchell, Alex SarkisTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by fellow University of North Georgia alumnus Matt Green to recap Week 12 of the college football season, Tennessee vs. New Mexico State, Georgia vs. Texas, Oklahoma vs. Alabama, Florida vs. Ole Miss, South Carolina vs. Texas A&M, Michigan's realistic CFP chances, Notre Dame vs. Pittsburgh, and much more.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Matt GreenTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Omaha Productions & Rocky Top Insider's Jack Foster and The Daily Times' Caleb Jarreau sit down with Chase to talk Tennessee baseball projected 2026 starters, 2026 OL vs. RB room for Vols football, and 2 things to watch vs. New Mexico State (2:00). Plus, Locked On Vols & Volquest's Eric Cain joins the program to Vols 2026 depth chart (32:00), Levi Clark Year 2 bump, and the Joey Aguilar bowl game debate versus George MacIntyre. To wrap, FANRUN Radio's Russell Smith joins to talk Josh Heupel's season grade at Tennessee thus far (66:00) and JP Estrella being the breakout player for men's hoops.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Jack Foster, Caleb Jarreau, Eric Cain & Russell SmithTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's program, Chase is joined by Chattanooga Times Free Press's Stephen Hargis to preview Round 2 of the East Tennessee high school playoff bracket, the travel issues for this week's games, Baylor's title chances this season, what makes David Gabriel Georges a special tailback, Tyner's impressive season, and Sale Creek looking like title contenders in 1A. Then, Meigs County head football coach Nathan Simbeck joins the program to talk Tigers football, going undefeated in region play, solving pieces to their puzzle, the Roane County game, unsung tape heroes, and their huge Friday night matchup against Sequatchie County.Host: Chase ThomasGuests: Stephen Hargis, Nathan SimbeckTo learn more about CT and the pod please go visit: https://chasethomaspodcast.comBy the way, this is a free, independent national sports podcast. To keep it that way, I'm going to need some help from you guys. If you're a fan of the pod and you haven't already, take a second right now and leave the show a 5-star rating and a review on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really does help, and it's so quick and easy to do. Thanks, y'all!Keep up with Chase on social media:Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodChaseThomasFollow me on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kFHPDnFollow me on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3JdZ3RF'Like' me on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ZmURo4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.