RIP Josh Heupel: Vols Head Coach Dies at 47, University Confirms
June 10, 2025 — Knoxville, TN (ESPN — Fictional Illustration)
In a heartbreaking announcement this afternoon, the University of Tennessee confirmed that head football coach Josh Heupel has passed away at the age of 47. The news broke just minutes ago, sending shockwaves through the college football community and beyond.
Heupel, who had been at the helm of the Tennessee Volunteers since 2021, was widely credited with revitalizing the program and returning the Vols to national prominence. Under his leadership, the team enjoyed some of its most exciting seasons in recent memory, including a landmark win in the Orange Bowl and a return to top-10 national rankings.
The university released a brief statement:
> “We are devastated by the sudden loss of Coach Josh Heupel. He was a visionary leader, a beloved mentor, and a cherished member of the Volunteer family. Our hearts are with his loved ones.”
No details have yet been released regarding the cause of death. Outpourings of grief and tributes are flooding social media, with former players, coaches, and fans sharing their memories of a coach known for his integrity, passion, and relentless belief in his team.
More updates to follow as this story develops.
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