Cedric Tillman was a three-star recruit coming out of high school and joined Tennessee in 2018, where he redshirted his first season. Tillman would not see much action during his first three seasons at Tennesse as he played behind Marquez Callaway, Jauan Jennings, and Josh Palmer.
In 2021, Tillman led the Volunteers in receptions (64), receiving yards (1081), and receiving touchdowns (12), while playing alongside future third-round pick in the NFL Draft, Velus Jones. His senior season was cut short due to injuries and he finished with 37 receptions, 417 receiving yards, and 3 touchdowns in six games. Over his final two seasons, Tillman combined for 101 receptions, 1498 reeiving yards, and 15 touchdowns in 18 games played.
