Tennessee flips three-star safety Timothy Merritt from Miami Hurricanes. Tennessee continues to add to their dominant in the 2025 class.

Merritt had been pledged to Miami since June 9. But he had visited Tennessee multiple times since then. He received offers from more than 25 schools, including most of the SEC. Adam Sparks is the Tennessee football beat reporter.

Timothy Merritt is one of the most dynamic defensive backs in the country. He's used to delivering fireworks on the field, and on National Signing Day, the four-star safety delivered one of the biggest flips of the day.

Tennessee is hopeful to keep Darrion Smith after Auburn's excellent push for the three-star leaves his decision in question.

Merritt had been pledged to Miami since June 9. But he had visited Tennessee multiple times then. He received scholarship offers from more than 25 schools, including most of the SEC. Adam Sparks is the Tennessee football beat reporter.

Just days after losing a commitment from four-star safety Lagonza Hayward, Tennessee has found their replacement. Three-star safety Timothy Merritt has flipped from Miami today, committing to the Tennessee Volunteers.