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Vanderbilt football's spring game is set for April 18 at FirstBank Stadium, concluding their spring practices. Fans can expect to see a mix of freshmen and transfers as the team showcases its roster.
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What to know about Vanderbilt football spring game, tickets, parking, players to watch
Vanderbilt football will culminate its spring season with its annual spring game April 18 at FirstBank Stadium.
The Commodores have had five weeks of practices, and they've had almost their full roster to work with. Sixteen freshmen, including Jared Curtis, early enrolled, and the majority of transfers are on campus for the spring as well.
The exact format for the spring game has yet to be announced, though Vanderbilt typically uses a points system where teams can gain points for things other than scoring touchdowns or field goals.
Vanderbilt defensive tackle Glenn Seabrooks III (53) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt edge Brian Allen Jr. (10) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
The Vanderbilt football spring game is scheduled for April 18.
The spring game will take place at FirstBank Stadium.
Fans should watch for the sixteen freshmen, including Jared Curtis, and the majority of transfers who are participating.
The exact format has not been announced, but Vanderbilt typically uses a points system that rewards various plays beyond just touchdowns or field goals.

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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt coach Wes Lea runs drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jack Elliott (11) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Blaze Berlowitz goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt defensive tackle Glenn Seabrooks III (53) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt offensive line coach Chris Klenakis goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt tight end Elijah Rooney (49) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) hands off to running back Gabe Fields (24) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt running back Gabe Fields (24) runs during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Blaze Berlowitz (1) hands off to running back Sedrick Alexander (28) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt tight end Cole Spence goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) pitches to running back Gabe Fields (24) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt tight end Maurice Venay (45) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt tight ends coach Brendan Flaherty goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Whit Muschamp (10) hands off to running back Jamezell Lassiter (41) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt edge Brian Allen Jr. (10) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) hands off to running back Gabe Fields (24) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jack Elliott (11) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt defensive tackle Glenn Seabrooks III (53) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt defensive tackle Glenn Seabrooks III (53) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt edge Brian Allen Jr. (10) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt coach Wes Lea runs drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jack Elliott (11) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Blaze Berlowitz goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt defensive tackle Glenn Seabrooks III (53) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt offensive line coach Chris Klenakis goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt tight end Elijah Rooney (49) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) hands off to running back Gabe Fields (24) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt running back Gabe Fields (24) runs during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Blaze Berlowitz (1) hands off to running back Sedrick Alexander (28) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt tight end Cole Spence goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) pitches to running back Gabe Fields (24) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt tight end Maurice Venay (45) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt tight ends coach Brendan Flaherty goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Whit Muschamp (10) hands off to running back Jamezell Lassiter (41) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt edge Brian Allen Jr. (10) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) hands off to running back Gabe Fields (24) during drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jack Elliott (11) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Vanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis (2) goes through drills at Vanderbilt University’s McGugin Center practice fields Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: 1 p.m. CT
Location: FirstBank Stadium
Vanderbilt's spring game will be ticketed, but the tickets are free. They can be claimed on vucommodores.com. Seating is general admission, with entrances at Gate 2 and Gate 3 of FirstBank Stadium.
Premium seating options are available for an additional charge, which will include free concessions as well as a cash bar.
Vanderbilt's spring game will not be televised, according to a program spokesperson. There will be a radio broadcast available via 94.9 FM and the Vanderbilt athletics app.
Free parking is available in either the 25th Avenue Garage or in the flat lots between Vanderbilt Place and Natchez Trace.
Aria Gerson covers Vanderbilt athletics for The Tennessean. Contact her at agerson@gannett.com or on X @aria_gerson.
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