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Continues to impress in win Bishop recorded 32 rushes for 159 yards and two touchdowns and caught all three targets for 16 yards during Saturday's 26-10 victory versus Alabama.

Impact Bishop averaged 5.0 yards-per-carry while scoring twice in the second half, helping Tennessee pull away on the scoreboard. The junior running back has now accumulated 517 rushing yards and six touchdowns over his last three games and will look to extend his impressive streak against South Carolina next week.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Shakeup Saturday: 5 of the top 7 teams in the Top 25 lost in the regular season for the first time

College football has never experienced a Saturday like this

OCTOBER 16 • Associated Press

Goes over 100 in win Bishop had 19 carries for 138 yards and one touchdown and reeled in 0 of 1 targets for zero yards during Saturday's 24-17 win versus Arkansas.

Impact Bishop continued his impressive stretch of production, averaging 7.3 yards-per-carry while handling the majority of the Vols' rushing attempts. The senior running back delivered the game's decisive play, breaking off a 59-yard run before scoring the winning touchdown late in the contest. He has finished back-to-back games with at least 100 rushing yards along with one score and will aim to extend his streak during next week's matchup against Alabama.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Everything George MacIntyre and DeSean Bishop Said After the Tight Victory Against Arkansas George MacIntyre and Desean Bishop were massive in Tennessee’s win against Arkansas. Bishop had a huge run to put the Vols in scoring positi...

OCTOBER 11 • SI.COM

No. 15 Tennessee rallies in 4th quarter to beat Arkansas 24-17

George MacIntyre threw for 247 yards and a touchdown in his first career start, DeSean Bishop ran for 138 yards and No. 15 Tennessee rallied in the fourth quarter to beat Arkansas...

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

What to Look For in The Tennessee vs Arkansas Game Tennessee football has a clear place to start against Arkansas. Put the ball in DeSean Bishop’s hands. Then let the run game create chances...

OCTOBER 10 • SI.COM

Where Tennessee Stars Stand Among SEC Stat Leaders From DeSean Bishop's production on the ground to playmakers on defense and special teams, Tennessee has received contributions from across t...

OCTOBER 7 • SI.COM

Dominant performance in win Bishop accrued 34 carries for 220 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 24-14 victory versus Auburn.

Impact Bishop completely carried Tennessee's offense, finishing with season-highs in all rushing categories, including three touchdowns. The redshirt senior averaged 6.5 yards-per-carry and has found the end zone in two of this last three outings. He will be looking to carry this momentum over to next week's meeting against Arkansas.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Everything Jesse Perry, Arion Carter, and DeSean Bishop Said After Tennessee's Win Over Auburn Everything Tennessee players, Jesse Perry, Arion Carter, and DeSean Bishop said after the 24-14 win against Auburn. Jesse Perry on Tennessee...

OCTOBER 4 • SI.COM

Rough outing in loss Bishop accrued 11 rushes for 34 yards and reeled in all three targets for eight yards during Saturday's 20-17 loss against Texas.

Impact Bishop returned after being limited by an injury against Kennesaw State, but was unable to get much going on. His 11 carries led Tennessee's running backs, though he averaged only 3.1 yards-per-attempt. The senior running back will aim to bounce back during next week's meeting with Auburn.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Arch Manning visits stadium where Uncle Peyton dominated in Texas' 1st trip to Tennessee

Arch Manning finally visits Neyland Stadium where his uncle Peyton made a legacy when top-ranked Texas visits No. 14 Tennessee

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Not listed on injury report for Week 4 Bishop (undisclosed) is not on the injury report and should be available for Saturday's game against Texas.

Impact Bishop was deemed "expected to play in Week 4" by Pete Nakos of On3.com earlier this week, and all signs point to the star tailback being able to handle his regular workload in this massive Week 4 matchup. Bishop has been outstanding to begin the 2026 season, and the senior RB has totaled 43 rushes for 286 yards and four touchdowns, along with two catches for 30 yards, so far.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tennessee's Josh Heupel gives DeSean Bishop injury update for showdown vs. Texas | Sporting News The Tennessee Volunteers have a great chance to pull off an upset on Saturday. However, they may be without their leading back.

SEPTEMBER 21 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Expected to play Week 4 Bishop (undisclosed) is expected to play in Saturday's game against Texas, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Bishop suffered an injury in Tennessee's 42-9 win over Kennesaw State, but not before logging ten total touches for 57 yards with a rushing touchdown. The senior running back should be good to go this Saturday, which is a sigh of relief given that it's the Volunteers' conference opener against the Longhorns. Bishop has totaled 43 rushes for 286 yards and four touchdowns, along with two catches for 30 yards this season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon throws for a TD, runs for another to lead No. 15 Tennessee over Kennesaw State 42-9

Faizon Brandon threw for 178 yards and a touchdown, leading No. 15 Tennessee to a 42-9 win over Kennesaw State

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

De'Rail Sims Credits DeSean Bishop's Faith When Talking About His Leadership The Tennessee Volunteers have some big stars in town this season, including their starting running back, DeSean Bishop, who many could argue...

SEPTEMBER 19 • SI.COM

Impressive performance in win Bishop had 20 rushes for 147 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in their only target for 15 yards during Saturday's 45-24 victory against Georgia Tech.

Impact Bishop was the centerpiece of Tennessee's offense, averaging 7.4 yards-per-carry and reaching the end zone twice. The senior running back is off to a hot start and will aim to extend his streak in next week's game against Kennesaw State.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in win Bishop totaled 14 carries for 97 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 56-9 victory versus Furman.

Impact Bishop picked up where he left off last season, leading Tennessee in rushing. He handled the majority of the first-team backfield work and punched in a one-yard touchdown, giving him an encouraging start as the Vols' lead runner. The senior running back will face Georgia Tech on the road next.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

De'Rail Sims Talks DeSean Bishop's Lack of Complacency and What Drives Him Tennessee had an array of breakout players during the 2025 season, but some would argue that DeSean Bishop took the biggest leap of them all...

SEPTEMBER 2 • SI.COM

Josh Heupel Details The Biggest Improvements in DeSean Bishop's Game The Tennessee Volunteers have plenty of talented players to help solidify what looks to be one of the better teams in the SEC. Among all of...

AUGUST 31 • SI.COM

Josh Heupel hoping his Rocky Top reset helps No. 20 Tennessee meet high expectations

Josh Heupel didn’t wait for Tennessee’s underwhelming season to end with another disappointing loss in a bowl game to start making changes to the Volunteers

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Huge day despite bowl loss Bishop had 19 carries for 93 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in all three targets for eight yards during Tuesday's 30-28 loss to Illinois in the Music City Bowl.

Impact Despite the Vols feeling the blues in Nashville and falling in a close one, Bishop did his part with a sizable effort in the contest, falling just shy of the century mark on the ground. The showing did help him surpass 1,000 rushing yards for the season, amassing 182 carries for 1,076 yards and 16 touchdowns in addition to his 15 catches for 135 yards as a receiver. The former walk-on running back has certainly solidified his place atop Tennessee's depth chart headinginto 2026, and the Knoxville native should have another big campaign in store.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in loss Bishop had 20 carries for 97 yards and two touchdowns and caught 1 of 2 targets for six yards during Saturday's 45-24 loss to Vanderbilt.

Impact Bishop was the bright spot in Tennessee's ground attack, finding the end zone twice. Bishop now has back-to-back multi-TD games this season, reinforcing his role as the go-to short-yardage and goal-line option. The sophomore running back closed out the regular season with 163 carries for 983 yards and sic touchdowns while reeling in 12 receptions for 127 yards across 12 games.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dominates in win Bishop compiled 24 rushes for 116 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 31-11 win against Florida.

Impact The senior back was the workhorse, finding the end zone twice and showing efficiency between the tackles with a 5.2 yards-per-carry average. He now has four games with multiple touchdowns, solidifying his status as Tennessee's go-to scorer on the ground. If they keep leaning into the run, Bishop's role and value should remain strong. he will face Vanderbilt in next week's meeting.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds pay dirt in win Bishop posted 16 rushes for 80 yards and one touchdown and hauled in all four targets for 26 yards during Saturday's 42-9 win against New Mexico State.

Impact The redshirt sophomore back delivered a strong run-game output, demonstrating his ability to carry the load and find the end zone. He has now finished with at least 80 rushing yards in three of his last five outings. Against Florida, Bishop's performance in between the tackles and ability to finish drives will be a key variable.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Shakeup Saturday: 5 of the top 7 teams in the Top 25 lost in the regular season for the first time

No. 15 Tennessee rallies in 4th quarter to beat Arkansas 24-17

Arch Manning visits stadium where Uncle Peyton dominated in Texas' 1st trip to Tennessee

Brandon throws for a TD, runs for another to lead No. 15 Tennessee over Kennesaw State 42-9

Josh Heupel hoping his Rocky Top reset helps No. 20 Tennessee meet high expectations