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Updated status for three Tennessee wide receivers ahead of season opener versus Syracuse
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No. 18 Tennessee practiced for the 13th time Tuesday ahead of its season opener Aug. 30. Rankings reflect the US LBM Coaches Poll .
Following practice, Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel discussed the status of wide receivers Chris Brazzell II , Mike Matthews and Braylon Staley .
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"Mike has been with us for a long time," Heupel said. "There were a couple days where we limited him. Chris has been with us here the last few days, and Braylon was with us this last day as well."
Brazzell II appeared in 13 games at Tennessee in 2024. He totaled 29 receptions for 333 yards and two touchdowns.
In 11 games last season, Matthews recorded seven receptions, 90 yards and two touchdowns. Staley appeared in four games for the Vols in 2024, totaling three receptions for 21 yards.
Tennessee will face Syracuse in Aflac Kickoff in its season opener. ABC will televise the nonconference matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
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