Former Tennessee coach, AD in hospital after medical procedure: ‘In good spirits’

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Former Tennessee football coach and athletic director Phillip Fulmer is in the hospital after undergoing an unknown medical procedure on Thursday, Fulmer’s family said in a statement.

"Phillip underwent a medical procedure Thursday at UT Medical Center," the statement said, according to the Knoxville News Sentinel. "He is alert and in good spirits and will remain at the hospital for a few days. We are thankful for the outstanding care he’s receiving, and we also appreciate the prayers and concern of so many who have reached out."

Former head coach Phillip Fulmer of the Tennessee Volunteers walks the sideline prior to a 38-13 Vanderbilt victory over the University of Tennessee at Vanderbilt Stadium on November 24, 2018, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)

"He is looking forward to cheering on the Vols as they kick off another exciting season!"

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Fulmer, 72, is one of the more well-known Volunteers, coaching Tennessee for 17 seasons.

From 1992 to 2008, Fulmer led Tennessee to 15 bowl games, winning the 1998 national championship. Fulmer went 151-52-1 in 17 seasons at Tennessee.

Fulmer served as Tennessee's athletic director from 2017 to 2021.

Director of Athletics Phillip Fulmer of the Tennessee Volunteers celebrates with defensive lineman Kyle Phillips after defeating the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on October 13, 2018, in Auburn, Alabama. (Michael Chang/Getty Images)

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He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 2012 and was also the