While we've known students play University of Tennessee's costumed Smokey, an identity has been shared for the latest coonhound mascot. Meet Connor.

Here are some fun facts about Smokey, who was picked on Sept. 26, 1953, as the official mascot of the University of Tennessee-Knoxville.

Everything you need to know about University of Tennessee’s Smokey Smokey X began his mascot career in 2013. He is the first of a new bloodline born and raised in Tennessee.

New top dog: University of Tennessee debuts Smokey XI by: Robert Holder Posted: Feb 11, 2022 / 06:21 PM EST Updated: Feb 11, 2022 / 06:21 PM EST ...