# Ethan Davis season-ending injury > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ethan-davis-season-ending-injury > Updated: 2026-09-21T13:29:28.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 3. During a 45-24 victory over Georgia Tech, Tennessee Volunteers starting tight end Ethan Davis sustained an ACL injury in the fourth quarter. While the team achieved a dominant rushing performance, the injury represents a significant roster setback. Following the game, it was confirmed that Davis will miss the remainder of the 2026 season. Davis, a senior, recorded two touchdowns and 43 receiving yards through the first two games of the season. In a social media statement, Davis expressed gratitude to Dr. Walt Lowe, his medical team, and ‘Vol Nation’ for their support. Head coach Josh Heupel noted the loss of Davis’s contributions and the significant work the player had put into his athletic growth, stating the team must rely on the ‘next guy up’ to fill the role. Davis has announced his intention to return to the university for the 2027 season, utilizing NCAA rules regarding fifth-year eligibility to complete his college career. In his absence, the Tennessee tight end rotation is expected to feature DaSaahn Brame, Trent Thomas, and Luca Davis (or Luca Wolf). ## Timeline ### 2026-09-21: Ethan Davis to return to Tennessee for 2027 season after ACL injury Tennessee tight end Ethan Davis announced he will return for the 2027 season after suffering a season-ending ACL injury during a game against Georgia Tech. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ethan-davis-to-return-to-tennessee-for-2027-season-after-acl-injury ### 2026-09-19: Ethan Davis to miss remainder of season with ACL injury Tennessee Volunteers tight end Ethan Davis will miss the rest of the season following an ACL injury sustained against Georgia Tech. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ethan-davis-to-miss-remainder-of-season-with-acl-injury ### 2026-09-14: Tennessee football defeats Georgia Tech despite season-ending injury to Ethan Davis Tennessee defeated Georgia Tech 45-24 behind a 299-yard rushing performance, but lost starting tight end Ethan Davis for the season due to an ACL injury. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tennessee-football-defeats-georgia-tech-despite-season-ending-injury-to-ethan-davis --- Cite as: Ethan Davis season-ending injury. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ethan-davis-season-ending-injury