After a successful first season on Rocky Top, Colton Hood is headed for the NFL. The defensive back announced Wednesday he has officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. With injuries to two of Tennessee’s starters,

Tennessee transfer defensive back Colton Hoodhas made the decision to turn pro and head to the NFL draft. His one season in Knoxville sent him skyrocketing up draft boards and he loved everything about Rocky Top.

Tennessee star cornerback Colton Hood revealed on Christmas Eve where he would be playing his football in the fall of 2026.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Vols Defensive Back Colton Hood has declared for the NFL draft. Hood spent one season at Tennessee after previously being at Auburn and Colorado, earning All-SEC second team honors from the Associated Press and All-SEC third team honors from the league’s coaches.

Tennessee standout defensive back Colton Hood has reportedly made up his mind about whether to stay in Knoxville or head to the draft.

Colton Hood is one of the better Tennessee football players when it comes to production, as he has stepped up in a major way. He is someone who has been able to make the most of his opportunity. The Vols will be on the road in their final road SEC contest ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Tennessee defensive back Colton Hood is foregoing his final two seasons of eligibility and will enter the 2026 NFL Draft. Hood spent one season at Tennessee after previous stops at Auburn and Colorado, earning All-SEC second team honors from the Associated Press and All-SEC third team honors from the league’s coaches.