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Fans React to Tennessee Football's Decision to Start Joey Aguilar

Fans share their honest opinion on the decision to name Joey Aguilar as the week one starting QB for the Vols
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Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar (6) during Tennessee football preseason practice, in Knoxville, Tennessee, July 31, 2025.
Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar (6) during Tennessee football preseason practice, in Knoxville, Tennessee, July 31, 2025. | Caitie McMekin/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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The long awaited decision of who the Vols would be starting at quarterback for the beginning of the season was officially announced on Monday, as the Tennessee Volunteers will be starting Joey Aguilar.

Aguilar is a gun-slinging transfer that joined the Tennessee Volunteers roster after tarnsferring away from the UCLA Bruins. He is the quarterback with the most college experience on the roster. He beat out Jake Merklinger and George MacIntyre for the job, but both QBs behind him to start the season will be a crucial part of this roster

Fans were quick to share their honest opinions of the decision that was made. Here is what the Tennessee fans had to say about their 2025 starting QB.

Fans React to Tennessee Football's Decision to Start Joey Aguilar

We’re all behind you Joey Darts. Mountaineer to Volunteer. You got this QB1," said one fan.

Another fan said, "We ride at dawn, Mr. Swaguilar."

"They ain’t ready," said a Vols fan.

"Go be great! Vol nation is behind you. Just give us everything you have," a Vols fan stated.

A supporter stated, "Hold tight, the real Captain's about to steer this ship — hopefully away from sketchy waters!"

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Caleb Sisk
CALEB SISK

Caleb Sisk is a talented sports journalist from the state of Georgia. Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Sisk's passion for sports grew. Bringing years of recruiting coverage experience, he has been named a National Recruiting Reporter and covers various college sites on the On SI network. He takes pride in covering recruiting and has been featured by numerous companies for his excellent coverage and knowledge. He has also spent time at other companies, including Rivals, where he covered the Tennessee Volunteers.

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