Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar Headed to 2026 NFL Combine

Vols senior QB seeking eligibility for 2026 season while preparing for pro future

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Tennessee senior quarterback Joey Aguilar will compete at the 2026 NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, even as he continues his legal battle to gain eligibility to play for the Vols in the 2026 season. Aguilar was granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA on February 4th and had a preliminary injunction hearing on February 13th, but no ruling has been made yet.

Why it matters

Aguilar's eligibility case could have major implications for Tennessee's 2026 football season, as he is the team's starting quarterback. His participation in the NFL combine also signals his desire to pursue a professional career, regardless of the outcome of his NCAA case.

The details

After being granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA on February 4th, Aguilar had a preliminary injunction hearing in Knox County Chancery Court on February 13th, but the chancellor did not make a ruling. Despite the ongoing legal battle, Aguilar will still compete at the NFL scouting combine from February 23rd to March 2nd in Indianapolis.

  • On February 4th, Aguilar was granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA.
  • On February 13th, Aguilar had a preliminary injunction hearing in Knox County Chancery Court, but no ruling was made.
  • The 2026 NFL scouting combine will take place from February 23rd to March 2nd in Indianapolis.

The players

Joey Aguilar

Tennessee senior quarterback who is seeking eligibility to play for the Vols in 2026 while also preparing for the NFL combine.

Christopher D. Heagerty

Chancellor of the Knox County Chancery Court who presided over Aguilar's preliminary injunction hearing.

Chris Low

Reporter for On3 who announced that Aguilar will compete in the NFL combine.

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What they’re saying

“Still hopeful of winning in court, Tennessee's Joey Aguilar is headed to the NFL combine just in case, and will preserve his eligibility by staying for a shorter window, only 48 hours.”

— Chris Low, Reporter (On3)

What’s next

The judge in Aguilar's case will decide on whether to grant the preliminary injunction, which would allow him to play for Tennessee in 2026 while his legal battle continues.

The takeaway

Aguilar's participation in the NFL combine signals his desire to pursue a professional career, but his ongoing legal battle with the NCAA over his eligibility could have major implications for Tennessee's 2026 season. The outcome of the court case will be crucial in determining Aguilar's future, both at the collegiate and professional levels.