Vanderbilt strengthened its 2026–27 roster by adding Colorado transfer Bangot Dak, a 7-foot center expected to play a key role under head coach Mark Byington after another NCAA Tournament season.
Vanderbilt has secured five-star quarterback Jared Curtis, a Nashville native, following a program revival led by head coach Clark Lea and quarterback Diego Pavia.
Following a strong 2025 season capped by a road win over Tennessee, Vanderbilt secured a commitment from the nation’s top quarterback recruit, Jared Curtis, signaling a new era for the program.
Despite a 10-2 record and strong wins, Vanderbilt remains on the outside looking in as the College Football Playoff field takes shape.
Vanderbilt basketball will complete the 2025–26 season without guard Frankie Collins, who has officially departed the program, forcing the Commodores to adjust their backcourt rotation.
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia apologized publicly after a social media post expressing frustration over finishing second in the 2025 Heisman Trophy voting.