BREAKING: Former South Alabama tight end Trent Thomas has officially committed to the University of Tennessee Volunteers after entering the transfer portal. This urgent move comes as the college football landscape rapidly shifts, with Thomas choosing the Volunteers over a competing offer from the University of Florida.
The Mobile native, who previously starred at Cottage Hill Christian School, played in 26 games for the Jaguars, securing five catches for 39 yards during his three seasons. As a redshirt sophomore in 2025, he has two years of eligibility remaining, making this transfer a significant opportunity for both him and the Volunteers.
Thomas is not alone; his twin brother, Tyler Thomas, a defensive end, is also in the transfer portal but has yet to announce his destination. This wave of transfers follows a mass exodus from South Alabama, where over two dozen players entered the portal after the conclusion of the 2025 season. Trent Thomas becomes the third player from South Alabama to commit to an SEC school, joining defensive linemen Dominic Wiseman and Achilles Woods.
The transfer portal deadline was just yesterday, but players already in the portal can select their new teams at any time. With so many athletes making moves, the landscape of college football is rapidly evolving. Other notable players from South Alabama who have announced their new destinations include wide receiver Jeremy Scott, tight end Brec Long, and several offensive and defensive linemen.
As this situation develops, all eyes will be on Trent Thomas as he joins the Volunteers, a program with a storied history in the SEC. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this transfer impacts both his career and the Tennessee football program.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and the influx of talent reshaping college football in the SEC.
