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Tennessee QB George MacIntyre Details Growth Ahead of Spring Practice
Redshirt freshman QB looks to build on experience and preparation for increased role in 2026 season.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Tennessee redshirt freshman quarterback George MacIntyre joined the "Beyond the Orange" podcast this week to discuss his growth and preparation for the upcoming spring practice. MacIntyre, who played at Brentwood Academy, spoke about the increased sense of urgency he feels heading into his second year on campus, as well as improvements he's made in areas like deciphering coverages and learning the playbook. With the starting quarterback job up for grabs, MacIntyre is focused on continuing to get stronger and bigger while solidifying his grasp of the offense.
Why it matters
As a redshirt freshman, MacIntyre is poised to compete for the starting quarterback job at Tennessee this spring after serving as the backup in 2025. His development will be crucial for the Volunteers as they look to bounce back from a disappointing season and return to the top of the SEC East division.
The details
MacIntyre acknowledged that the transition from high school to college football at Tennessee was an adjustment, describing it as "drinking from a fire hose." However, he said he's now had time to sit and learn the system, and feels an added sense of urgency heading into spring practice as he competes for the starting role. MacIntyre said he's focused on continuing to improve his understanding of coverages and the playbook, as well as getting bigger and stronger physically.
- Tennessee's spring practice begins next month.
The players
George MacIntyre
A redshirt freshman quarterback at the University of Tennessee who is competing for the starting job this spring after serving as the backup in 2025.
Brentwood Academy
The high school that George MacIntyre attended before joining the Tennessee football program.
What they’re saying
“There is definitely a sense of urgency now. I think there always was but when you first get here like every other college student you are drinking from a fire hose so I've had my time to sit and learn and there is an added sense of urgency this offseason.”
— George MacIntyre, Tennessee Redshirt Freshman Quarterback (on3.com)
“I think I always tried to prepare like the starter. That was kind of the motto in our room especially after Joey was announced starter last year. I think there is that added sense of urgency in the building but I've always approached it like I'm the starter.”
— George MacIntyre, Tennessee Redshirt Freshman Quarterback (on3.com)
What’s next
Tennessee's spring practice begins next month, giving MacIntyre the opportunity to compete for the starting quarterback job.
The takeaway
As a redshirt freshman, George MacIntyre is poised to take on a larger role in Tennessee's offense this season. His focus on improving his understanding of the playbook and getting physically stronger should serve him well as he competes for the starting job this spring.
