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Heupel Stands Firm on Carter's Dismissal, Eyes Transfer

11/18/2025

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Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel stated he does not regret giving Boo Carter a second chance despite Carter's recent dismissal from the team.
Heupel refuted Carter's claim of leaving due to injury, asserting that Carter failed to meet team standards.
Carter, a former four-star recruit, experienced a significant decline in playing time before his exit.
Although Carter's mother supported his injury claim on social media, Heupel noted that Carter was not on the SEC availability report.
Carter is expected to enter the transfer portal in January 2024.

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Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel stated he does not regret giving Boo Carter a second chance despite Carter's recent dismissal from the team.
Heupel refuted Carter's claim of leaving due to injury, asserting that Carter failed to meet team standards.
Carter, a former four-star recruit, experienced a significant decline in playing time before his exit.
Although Carter's mother supported his injury claim on social media, Heupel noted that Carter was not on the SEC availability report.
Carter is expected to enter the transfer portal in January 2024.