Vols set to host 2026 linebacker for spring visit
Tennessee is once again recruiting the Tar Heel state for football talent.
2026 four-star linebacker Elijah Littlejohn will visit Tennessee on March 31. His Tennessee visit will be the third of four spring visits: Florida (March 8), Georgia (March 22) and Syracuse (April 15).
Littlejohn plays for West Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. Recent Tennessee signees from the Charlotte area include defensive end James Pearce Jr., defensive tackle Daevin Hobbs, offensive tackle David Sanders Jr. and defensive tackle Charles House.
Tennessee was among the first three schools to offer Littlejohn a scholarship, along with Michigan and Virginia Tech. The Vols offered Littlejohn a scholarship on Nov. 4, 2023.
The Vols have eight commitments for its 2026 recruiting class: Quarterback Faizon Brandon, wide receiver Tyreek King, tight end Carson Sneed, offensive lineman Gabriel Osenda, wide receiver Tyran Evans, defensive lineman Tyson Bacon, linebacker Braylon Outlaw and defensive lineman C.J. Edwards.
The Tennessee Volunteers are set to host a 2026 linebacker for a spring visit, which is a big step in their recruitment efforts for the class of 2026. This visit is an important opportunity for the program to showcase their facilities, coaching staff, and overall environment to a potential future star.
Although it’s still early in the recruiting process for 2026 prospects, hosting top talent early on can play a significant role in building relationships and laying the foundation for future commitments. The linebacker in question will likely get a full tour of the program, engage with the coaching staff, and get a feel for the culture at Tennessee.
Visits like these are crucial as they allow recruits to interact with the team and see firsthand what the program has to offer, both athletically and academically. With Tennessee’s recent success and recruiting momentum, having a highly sought-after prospect on campus for a visit only adds to the excitement surrounding the program’s future.