What This Story Is About
- Former Vol football head coach and Tennessee Director of Athletics released a new book, titled, “Just Keep Jumping.”
Why It Matters
- The memoir chronicles his career as a quarterback at Florida, head coach at Tennessee and Florida, athletic director, his “jump at” philosophy, breaking racial barriers in SEC football and stories featuring Hall of Famers he coached or worked alongside.
- The release is expected in November 2026.
For Context
- Published by University of Tennessee Press, the book can be purchased or pre-ordered from several major booksellers and retailers.
Catch Up
- Co-author / Contributor: Edgar Thompson (with contributions from figures like Peyton Meaning, Phillip Fulmer, Jerry Jones and Steve Spurrier)
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Former Tennessee head coach and athletics director Doug Dickey has released a new memoir, called, “Just Keep Jumping.”
Coach dickey was in town over the weekend signing copies of the 288 page paperback book.
It has contributions from Coach Fulmer, Peyton Manning, Jerry Jones and Steve Spurrier — all legends in the world of sports…