Chris Brazzell II News, Rumors, Updates - Tennessee Volunteers

Tennessee Volunteers stars Jermod McCoy, Chris Brazzell II departing for 2026 NFL Draft | Sporting News McCoy and Brazzell both have top-50 aspirations.

DECEMBER 13 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Chasing NFL Dreams Brazzell has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, Hayes Fawcett of On3.com reports.

Impact Brazzell is coming off a career year with Tennessee. The former Tulane wide receiver reeled in 62 grabs for 1,017 yards and nine touchdowns this fall, averaging 16.4 yards per reception. The year prior, he was a lesser factor in the Volunteers' offense with 29 catches for 333 yards and two scores. Before transferring to Tennessee, Brazzell starred at Tulane. He has no shortage of tape and numbers for NFL talent evaluators and should hear his name called in Pittsburgh in 2026.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Brazzell reeled in 6 of 11 targets for 91 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-24 defeat versus Vanderbilt.

Impact Brazzell provided the Vols with a deep-threat punch and remains one of their go-to targets in the vertical game. While the loss dims his overall output, week-to-week he retains upside thanks to big-play ability.The senior wide receiver finished the 2025 regular season with 62 receptions for 1,017 yards and nine touchdowns.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Modest outing in win Brazzell gathered in 4 of 7 targets for 53 yards during Saturday's 31-11 win over Florida.

Impact The senior wideout contributed steadily, though finishing with his lowest receiving total across his last five outings. His target share remains stable, but until the touchdowns return his fantasy ceiling stays tempered as he has not found the end zone since Week 9. He will look to close out the year strong against Vandy.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Solid output in win Brazzell gathered in 3 of 5 targets for 65 yards during Saturday's 42-9 win against New Mexico State.

Impact While his full stat line isn't prominently listed in the box summary, the big 45-yard connection proves Brazzell remains a vertical threat capable of game-changing plays. His value lies in his ability to open up the field and keep defenses honest. In the matchup versus Florida, his deep-route effectiveness will be instrumental in shifting Tennessee's offensive dynamic.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 7 • FOX SPORTS

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Modest outing in loss Brazzell notched six receptions (on eight targets) for 68 yards during Saturday's 33-27 defeat against Oklahoma.

Impact The senior wideout contributed modestly amidst Tennessee's turnover-plagued outing. Brazzell remains a go-to target and will be needed in the coming test against New Mexico State.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks 100 yards in win Brazzell notched four receptions (on seven targets) for 138 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 56-34 win over Kentucky.

Impact The senior wide receiver made a major impact, breaking free for chunk plays and converting one into a long score as he connected with quarterback Joey Aguilar. He now has multiple explosive games this season, establishing himself as the go-to downfield threat. Next game he'll look to maintain that big-play ability and carry over the momentum over from this performance against the Sooners.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Aguilar throws three touchdowns to lead No. 17 Tennessee over Kentucky

Joey Aguilar threw for 396 yards and three touchdowns, DeSean Bishop ran for a pair of touchdowns, and No. 17 Tennessee took advantage of two first quarter turnovers to beat Kentuc...

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Solid performance in loss Brazzell gathered in 7 of 8 targets for 66 yards during Saturday's 37-20 defeat against Alabama.

Impact The senior wideout had a nice bounce back after totaling over 60 yards for the second time in his last three games. Brazzell will look to build on this performance for Saturday's game against Kentucky.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

'Third Saturday in October' features potent offenses for No. 6 Alabama and No. 11 Tennessee

No_ 6 Alabama and 11th-ranked Tennessee meet for the 108th time in the Southeastern Conference rivalry known as the “Third Saturday in October.”

OCTOBER 16 • Associated Press

Alabama's Ty Simpson edges out Indiana's Fernando Mendoza for AP midseason All-America first-team QB

Alabama's Ty Simpson edged out Indiana's Fernando Mendoza for first-team quarterback on The Associated Press midseason All-America team

OCTOBER 15 • Associated Press

Season lows in win Brazzell reeled in 1 of 4 targets for five yards during Saturday's 34-31 win versus Arkansas.

Impact The junior wideout was quiet in this one, limited to a single short grab after drawing extra attention from Arkansas' secondary. It's a stark drop-off from his usual production - snapping a streak of five straight games with 60+ receiving yards. Brazzell will look to bounce back as Tennessee heads to Alabama, where his ability to separate against physical corners will be tested.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in win Brazzell reeled in 6 of 8 targets for 105 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 41-34 overtime victory versus Mississippi State.

Impact The redshirt junior wideout was the primary deep threat, making big plays including his 15-yard score on a pass from quarterback Joey Aguilar. Brazzell's vertical presence stretched the Bulldogs' defense and will aim to extend his five-game streak with at least five receptions and 50 yards when the Vols face Arkansas in Saturday's clash.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brazzell II by the numbers for Tennessee through five games in 2025 Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell II by the numbers in five games in 2025.

SEPTEMBER 29 • USATODAY.COM

Remember those Tennessee football preseason questions? Forget them | Adams Quarterback Joey Aguilar has been an instant star for Tennessee football. Wide receiver Chris Brazzell is having an All-American season.

SEPTEMBER 28 • TENNESSEAN.COM

No. 15 Tennessee rallies to force OT and beat Mississippi State 41-34

Joey Aguilar forced overtime with a 6-yard touchdown run with 1:55 left and DeSean Bishop scored on a 25-yard run on the first play of the extra session in No. 15 Tennessee’s 41-34...

SEPTEMBER 28 • Associated Press

Touchdown in win Brazzell posted five receptions (on six targets) for 62 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 56-24 win over UAB.

Impact The junior wideout found the end zone on a red-zone reception in the second quarter while also moving the chains on multiple receptions. Brazzell has a steady role in Tennessee's passing game, and he should continue to be a go-to option when the Vols meet Mississippi State next week.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Joey Aguilar throws for 3 TDs to lead No. 15 Tennessee over UAB 56-24

Joey Aguilar threw for 218 yards with three touchdowns and an interception to lead No. 15 Tennessee over UAB 56-24

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

NFL Draft analyst makes WR1 prediction for Tennessee breakout star Chris Brazzell II Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell II had launched himself on to the NFL Draft radar with his strong start to the 2025 season.

SEPTEMBER 19 • 247SPORTS.COM

Impressive performance in loss Brazzell posted six receptions (on eight targets) for 177 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 44-41 overtime loss against Georgia.

Impact The redshirt junior wideout was explosive, hauling in a 72-yard touchdown, a 14-yard red-zone score before the half, and a 56-yard bomb in the third quarter demonstrating strong chemistry with quarterback Joey Aguilar. Brazzell will be heavily involved against UAB, as the team looks to bounce back from this tough loss.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive performance in loss Brazzell posted six receptions (on eight targets) for 177 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 44-41 overtime loss against Georgia.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

See Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar throw another long TD pass to Chris Brazzell vs Georgia Tennessee football quarterback Joey Aguilar threw a 56-yard touchdown pass to find Chris Brazzell for the third time against Georgia.

SEPTEMBER 14 • TENNESSEAN.COM

No. 6 Georgia looking to extend win streak to 9 against No. 15 Tennessee in Neyland Stadium

Georgia has dominated its rivalry with Tennessee, winning eight straight games

SEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Leading receiver in win Brazzell reeled in 9 of 11 targets for 125 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 72-17 win versus East Tennessee State.

Impact Brazzell led all pass catchers, scoring a 32-yard grab on a pass from quarterback Joey Aguilar. The redshirt junior should continue to draw heavy volume against a tough opponent in Georgia.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

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