Josh Heupel sends message to Big Ten by flipping in-state LB to the Tennessee Vols

Tennessee Volunteers coach Josh Heupel sent a message to Big Ten schools by flipping linebacker Brenden Anes, an in-state talent, from Wisconsin to Tennessee. Anes, a three-star linebacker from Franklin, Tennessee, had committed to Wisconsin earlier this year but changed his decision after visiting Tennessee during a major home game. With Anes now set to join the 2025 recruiting class, Heupel strengthens his roster with local talent, highlighting his dedication to retaining top prospects within the state and building Tennessee’s program to compete on a national level【21†source】.