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Tennessee linebackers coach William Inge hospitalized
The Vols assistant thanked supporters in a message Friday, while the reason for his hospitalization remains undisclosed.
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School announces hospitalization
Tennessee linebackers coach William Inge has been hospitalized, with the school announcing the news Thursday without disclosing the reason. Inge, 52, has coached the Vols’ linebackers since 2024. The announcement offered no explanation of the illness affecting the assistant coach. A subsequent message from Inge addressed his condition in general terms but did not provide further medical details.
Inge sends message to supporters
On Friday, Tennessee shared a message from Inge on social media in which he thanked supporters for their prayers. He described his approach to the illness by comparing it with the determination his team shows on the field. Inge also expressed his desire to support the Vols and wished the team well ahead of its game the following day. His message focused on gratitude and encouragement for the players rather than elaborating on his hospitalization.
A career across college football
A Missouri native, Inge played defensive line at Iowa from 1993 to 1996. His coaching career has included stops at Fresno, Indiana and Washington. At Washington, he was part of the staff that defeated Texas in a Sugar Bowl playoff semifinal and advanced to play for a national championship.
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