Jaelyne Matthews, an offensive tackle for Toms River North, has become fond of the Vols in the past few months. It all began when Matthews, after his pledge, tweeted at quarterback George MacIntyre of Brentwood Academy, asking if MacIntyre needed an offensive lineman to go to the University of Tennessee with him. A few weeks later, Matthews traveled to Knoxville, Tennessee, for the first time without permission. He’s already planned an official visit for this summer after the coaching staff made him feel so welcome on his first visit. On June 14, Matthews will make his way back to Rocky Top. He also has an official visit with the Georgia Bulldogs slated for June 21 and intends to visit Rutgers and Syracuse. The 247Sports Composite Rankings for the 2025 class place Matthews as the 98th best prospect. One of Tennessee’s top targets at offensive tackle—where they don’t presently have any commits in the 2025 class—he stands 6 feet 5 inches and weighs 290 pounds.
