Is a QB1 season on the horizon for Joey Aguilar with the Tennessee Vols? If so, the real work is about to begin. In a major development for Josh Heupel and the Tennessee football program, Austin Price of On3 reports that Aguilar is set to arrive in Knoxville on Monday.
This is huge news for the Vols, as Aguilar has officially wrapped up his academic obligations at Appalachian State, clearing the way for his move to the SEC. Many believed his arrival wouldn’t come until June, but it looks like he’ll be getting started earlier than expected.
Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar Set to Join Vols on Monday, Eyes QB1 Battle
Joey Aguilar is officially set to join the Tennessee football program on Monday, and his arrival could signal the beginning of a new QB1 era in Knoxville. While his new teammates will likely help him settle in and get acquainted with campus, don’t be surprised if Aguilar wastes no time diving into the playbook—or even lacing up his cleats and getting reps in at Neyland Stadium.
Expectations are already high for Aguilar. He originally signed with UCLA to take over as the Bruins’ starting quarterback, but everything changed when Nico Iamaleava transferred west to join the Bruins. That move cracked the door open for Aguilar to explore other opportunities—an opening Josh Heupel quickly capitalized on.
Now, Aguilar is expected to compete head-to-head with Jake Merklinger for the starting job in Week 1. Even Urban Meyer has weighed in, urging Heupel to make a swift decision at quarterback. While the pressure is on, all signs point to Aguilar being a strong contender to win the job.
After Tennessee reached the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history in 2024, some doubt a repeat performance is possible following Nico’s departure. But if Aguilar takes the reins and runs the offense start to finish, he just might prove the doubters wrong and keep the Vols firmly in the national conversation.
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