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2026 OT Quinn Buckey alongside Mizzou assistant offensive line coach Jeff Nady.

2026 OT Quinn Buckey Updates Recruitment, Relationship with Vanderbilt Staff

Commodores offensive line coach Jeff Nady made the trip to California this week to visit with the 3-Star prospect. Buckey spoke with Vanderbilt Commodores on SI about the experience.

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2026 OT Quinn Buckey alongside Mizzou assistant offensive line coach Jeff Nady.
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2026 OT Quinn Buckey Updates Recruitment, Relationship with Vanderbilt Staff

Commodores offensive line coach Jeff Nady made the trip to California this week to visit with the 3-Star prospect. Buckey spoke with Vanderbilt Commodores on SI about the experience.

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Sep 21, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea reacts during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
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Class of 2026 Recruiting Tracker: Vanderbilt Commodores Football

A look at who is committed to the Commodores for the signing class of 2026 and a preview of 2027.

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2026 4-Star OT Bryce Gilmore on his official visit to Vanderbilt
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Vanderbilt Hosts 2026 4-Star OT Bryce Gilmore for Official Visit

The Commodores welcomed one of the premier tackle prospects in the nation for an official visit this weekend.

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Booker safety Karaijus Hayes is tackled by a Braden River player after intercepting a pass during a game last season.
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Vanderbilt Lands 3-Star Commitment for 2026 Recruiting Class

Karaijus Hayes is the fourth player to commit to the Commodores and his commitment arrives days before the NCAA transfer portal chaos begins again.

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Sep 3, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; View of a Vanderbilt Commodores helmet before the game against the Elon Phoenix at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt to Host 3-Star Safety for Official Visit

The Commodores are expected to host safety prospect Bradley Brown on one of his four official visits this summer.

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Nov 2, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea watches his team against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter against at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
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Recent Vanderbilt Commit Jack Wanzung Opens Up on Commodores Decision

The versatile prospect announced his commitment just last week, becoming the 14th and final member of the 2025 recruiting class.

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Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea celebrates with fans after the game as Auburn Tigers take on Vanderbilt Commodores at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Vanderbilt Commodores defeated Auburn Tigers 17-7.
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Vanderbilt Lands Commitment from 2025 ATH Jack Wanzung

The Commodores added another member to the 2025 recruiting class on the final day of the signing period.

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Mar 12, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Mark Byington cheers on his team against the Texas Longhorns during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt to Welcome Two Potential Transfer Targets for Campus Visits

After a first round exit from the NCAA Tournament, the Commodores have turned their attention to next season.

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Sep 3, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; View of the helmet worn by Vanderbilt Commodores defensive end Nicholas Rinaldi (59) before the game against the Elon Phoenix at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Lands Commitment From 2026 EDGE Joey Quinn

Quinn is now the third commitment of the 2026 recruiting class for the Commodores.

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Oct 22, 2022; Columbia, Missouri, USA; A detail view of a Vanderbilt Commodores helmet against the Missouri Tigers during the second half of the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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"It Means A Lot to Me," 2026 CB Collin Flanigan Reacts to Recent Vanderbilt Offer

The Commodores recently extended an offer to the 2026 defender, and he is looking at making an trip to Nashville soon.

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2026 RB Kaydin Jones
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Vanderbilt Hosts 4-Star Running Back Kaydin Jones for Campus Visit

Jones is set to make his commitment this week on March 26th in his home town of Jenks, Oklahoma.

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2026 offensive tackle Quinn Buckey (72)
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2026 Offensive Tackle Quinn Buckey Talks Upcoming Vanderbilt Visit, Relationship with Coaching Staff

Quinn Buckey spoke with Vanderbilt on SI about his recruitment thus far and opened up on his relationship with the Commodores coaching staff.

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Oct 22, 2022; Columbia, Missouri, USA; A detail view of a Vanderbilt Commodores helmet against the Missouri Tigers during the second half of the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Locks in Visit with 2026 3-Star Cornerback

Carsen Eloms received an offer from the Commodores in January of this year.

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2026 defensive lineman Jake Johnson (90)
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Vanderbilt to Host 2026 3-Star Defensive Lineman for Official Visit

Jake Johnson took to social media this week to share the news of his upcoming trip to Nashville.

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Oct 5, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea paces up and down the sidelines against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Extends Offer to 2026 3-Star Wide Receiver

Despite kicking off spring football practice this week, the Commodores have stayed active on the recruiting trail.

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Dec 27, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea looks on during a timeout during the first half of the 2024 Birmingham Bowl at Protective Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Lines Up Visit with 4-Star Edge Rusher Trenton Henderson

Henderson recently named the Commodores as one of his final ten schools.

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Oct 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea paces the sideline against the Ball State Cardinals during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Locks in Visit with 2026 Edge Rusher

The Commodores continue to build on the 2026 recruiting class, lining up another visitor for this summer.

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2026 LB prospect Nick Abrams II
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Vanderbilt in Final Schools for 2026 4-Star Linebacker

Nick Abrams II is one of the top players in next year's recruiting class, and is reportedly down to ten schools.

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Nov 19, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; View of stickers on the helmet of Vanderbilt Commodores offensive lineman Duncan MacDonald (60) to honor the Virginia players who died in a shooting at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Lands South Dakota Transfer Offensive Tackle

Bryce Henderson spent five seasons with the Coyotes before entering the transfer portal for his final year of eligibility.

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Nov 2, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea watches his team against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter against at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
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Two 2026 Prospects Set to Visit Vanderbilt

Josiah Dozier and Garrett Witherington both announced upcoming trips to Nashville this week.

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Sep 3, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; View of the helmet worn by Vanderbilt Commodores defensive end Nicholas Rinaldi (59) before the game against the Elon Phoenix at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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2026 4-Star Edge Rusher Names Vanderbilt in Final Schools

The Commodores look to be potentially closing in on one of the premier talents of next year's recruiting class.

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Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea celebrates with fans after the game as Auburn Tigers take on Vanderbilt Commodores at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Vanderbilt Commodores defeated Auburn Tigers 17-7.
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2026 3-Star Tight End Announces Upcoming Vanderbilt Visit

The Commodores lined up yet another visit with a talented prospect from next year's recruiting class.

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Oct 5, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Clark Lea paces up and down the sidelines against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Lines up Official Visit with 2026 3-Star Safety

Kajarius Hayes took to social media to announce that he will be making a trip to Nashville this summer.

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Oct 22, 2022; Columbia, Missouri, USA; A detail view of a Vanderbilt Commodores helmet against the Missouri Tigers during the second half of the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt Locks in Visit with 2026 3-Star Cornerback

Danny Odem expected to be in Nashville this summer for his first visit with the Commodores.

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2026 4-Star offensive line prospect Canon Pickett
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Vanderbilt Lands in Top-10 for 2026 4-Star Offensive Lineman

This is the second 4-Star offensive line prospect in the last week to name the Commodores in his final schools.

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