The Tennessee Volunteers have had a busy day when it comes to their quarterback position, as they have named Faizon Brandon as their starter for the upcoming season opener, and he will be the quarterback who remains the starter if things go well.This move opens the door for some fun facts that many fans may not know or have forgotten about ahead of kickoff. Here are three you need to know.Faizon Brandon is the First True Freshman Quarterback to Be a Starter For the Vols Week 1 Since 2004Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon leads a huddle at his Youth Football Camp at Anderson County High School on July 25, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectThe Tennessee Volunteers don't have a tendency when it comes to playing true freshmen at the quarterback position. Brandon was the rare exception. In fact, the last player that the Vols played to begin the season at quarterback as the starter was Brent Schaeffer in 2004. This goes to show that the Vols have someone that they can trust, even if he is a young quarterback. As of now, Brandon is only 18, and he is already set to begin his career with the Vols as a starter. He could be the starter for the next five seasons if he wanted. This is a massive step for the young athlete.Faizon Brandon is Tennessee's First North Carolina Starter at Quarterback Since Hendon HookerTennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker carries the ball he was presented during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team's seniors before the game against Missouri on Nov. 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.