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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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