Vanderbilt granted The Tennessean exclusive access to Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and athletics director Candice Lee on a Zoom call to talk about the football coach search and other plans for athletics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking Down the 'Dores: Vandy podcast

Talking sports with Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and AD Candice Lee

After the firing of Derek Mason, the Commodores are trying to find a coach who can pump excitement into the program, be competitive in the SEC, bring an exciting style to West End and fit the culture of the most unique university in the conference.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek Mason is out; what's next for Vanderbilt football?

On this week's episode of "Breaking Down the 'Dores," Vanderbilt beat reporter Adam Sparks and former beat reporter Mike Organ discuss the attendance policy and point out some misconceptions about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why did Vanderbilt change attendance policy late in football season?

Second-year coach Jerry Stackhouse is preparing Vanderbilt for the upcoming season with some promising sophomores, returning role players and a few transfers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing Jerry Stackhouse's second basketball season at Vanderbilt

As Vanderbilt football fans' apathy and losses mount during a difficult season, has Derek Mason's tenure passed the point of no return? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Derek Mason's job be saved?

Should the COVID-19 pandemic impact how those challenges are handled? And should Lee feel any heat from the hiring of deputy athletics directors Kristene Kelly and Tommy McClelland, who was a rising star as Louisiana Tech's AD? Or could their hires be a sign of progress? Host Mike Organ and Vanderbilt beat reporter Adam Sparks discuss those topics and more on this week's podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judging Derek Mason, planning facilities and hiring athletics staff amid COVID-19 pandemic

Vanderbilt's football season, Derek Mason's future and struggles this season are viewed through the lens of COVID-19's impact. This week's podcast focuses on the impact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did COVID-19 postpone Vanderbilt game?

Vanderbilt students were admitted to the first home football game, but not other fans or even players' families. Should Vanderbilt adjust that approach? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was Vanderbilt too cautious in attendance policy?

Adam Sparks and Mike Organ break down Vanderbilt's first game against Texas A&M, and wonder if it's possible to build on that when they face the defending champs in LSU this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First game was good enough to create curiosity about Commodores

The Commodores head into Saturday's opener at No. 11 Texas A&M without at least 15 players, including six COVID-19 opt-outs, five transfers since spring practice, three injuries and one quarantine. And that's only what we know. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Could Vanderbilt really go 0-10 against SEC?

Woody Widenhofer, who died Sunday, was a defensive guru who never quite got the winning season he pursued as Vanderbilt football coach. But he left quite a legacy and some looming questions about what kind of coach and philosophy best fits the Commodores.

Remembering Woody Widenhofer, and when will Commodores return?

The SEC played two games in its men's conference basketball tournament, but on Thursday morning, before any more games could be played, the league called it quits.

Reacting to cancellation of the SEC Tournament

How will Vanderbilt basketball improve next season under Jerry Stackhouse? And will it be with Aaron Nesmith or Clevon Brown on the roster?

Judging Jerry Stackhouse and the future of Vanderbilt basketball program

Vanderbilt released its Athletics Strategic Plan recently, but what exactly is it? We dive into all the flowery verbs, general language and obvious goals.

Here's what's wrong with Vanderbilt's Athletics Strategic Plan

Vanderbilt started spring football practice this week with lots of new faces. Freshman Ken Seals is getting the most reps at quarterback by default as new coordinator Todd Fitch installs his offense. Defense has all its contributors back from last season but also has a new coordinator in Ted Roof.

Vanderbilt's search for new QB starts in spring practice

The Tennessean's Adam Sparks, Vanderbilt Commodores beat reporter, and Tommy Deas, sports director, give you the latest news on all things Vandy sports.

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