2026 four-star Georgia RB has Tennessee Vols even with two of their biggest rivals for his services
ATHENS, GA – The Tennessee Vols have made a strong impression on 2026 four-star running back, Jamal Jones, from Athens, Georgia. Despite being pursued by two of their biggest rivals, the Vols have managed to keep pace with Georgia and Alabama in the recruitment of the talented running back.
Jones, who stands at 5’11” and weighs 200 pounds, is considered one of the top running backs in the 2026 class. He has already received offers from over 20 top programs, including Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Ohio State, and USC.
The Vols’ recruitment of Jones has been led by running backs coach, Jerry Mack, who has built a strong relationship with the talented running back. Jones has already visited Knoxville multiple times, including for the Vols’ spring game, and has been impressed by the team’s facilities, coaching staff, and atmosphere.
“Tennessee is definitely one of my top schools,” Jones said in a recent interview. “I love the energy and excitement of playing in front of 100,000 fans at Neyland Stadium. The coaching staff is also very impressive, and I feel like they could help me develop my skills and reach my full potential.”
Despite the Vols’ strong pitch, Jones also has strong ties to Georgia and Alabama, two of the top programs in the country. Jones has grown up a Georgia fan and has attended multiple games at Sanford Stadium. He has also developed a strong relationship with the Bulldogs’ coaching staff, including head coach Kirby Smart.
Alabama is also a major player in Jones’ recruitment, with the Crimson Tide’s rich tradition of producing top-notch running backs being a major draw. Jones has already visited Tuscaloosa multiple times and has been impressed by the team’s facilities and coaching staff.
“Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama are all great schools with a lot to offer,” Jones said. “I’m just trying to take my time and make the best decision for me. I’m not sure when I’ll make my decision, but I’m hoping to have it figured out by the end of the summer.”
The Vols’ recruitment of Jones is a major priority, with the team looking to add a top-notch running back to their 2026 class. With Jones’ impressive skills and athleticism, he would be a major coup for the Vols’ coaching staff.
“Tennessee is a great school with a lot of tradition and history,” Jones said. “I’m just trying to take my time and make the best decision for me. I’m not sure when I’ll make my decision, but I’m hoping to have it figured out by the end of the summer.”
The Vols’ coaching staff is expected to continue to pursue Jones aggressively, with the team hoping to add him to their 2026 class. With Jones’ impressive skills and athleticism, he would be a major coup for the Vols’ coaching staff.
_Upcoming Visits:_
– Jones is expected to visit Tennessee again in the coming weeks, with a possible visit to Georgia and Alabama also on the horizon.
– The Vols’ coaching staff is also expected to attend one of Jones’ spring football games, with the team looking to make a strong impression on the talented running back.
_Recruitment Timeline:_
– Jones is expected to make his decision by the end of the summer, with the Vols, Georgia, and Alabama all in the running for his services.
– The Vols’ coaching staff is expected to continue to pursue Jones aggressively, with the team hoping to add him to their 2026 class.
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