IIRC they have a young OL and QB, D is still very good supposedly. IMO it depends on, once again, our OL play (mainly they have to be able to establish a run consistent game) and how effective our DL and LBs starters are and how competent are the depth providers. We have very good skill players on O and in the DB but the rest is to be determined.           

Do to the dearth of in-state talent....gotta go where they be!                                

Yes....and I don't understand why it appears the NCAA can make decisions about transfers in an expeditious fashion for everyone bur UT! It seems like we're halfway through the season before we get a decision.          

https://www.rockytopinsider.com/2019/08/07/report-vol-defensive-linemen-feared-out-for-2019-season/                                  

But we also picked up a commit from 4* WR. Recruiting is so frustrating if you try to watch it daily, as you know. These kids that commit early get bored often and when something newer comes along with fresh praise they are easily seduced. I've learned to just take recruiting news with a grain of salt and wait until signing day to see what is reality.                  

This staff has coached on several NC and CC teams, they know what it takes. I think 7 wins is very realistic with potential for 8. I think the key is no injuries as we are still thin depth wise. Last year when Pruitt took over we had 2 OL over 300lbs and now we have 15. It has become quite obvious Butch did not emphasize S & C at all. I had unrealistic expectations last year due to lack of consideration as to just how little time the staff had with the players before the season began; but I'm expecting to see on the field a big difference after a full year of being coached on their positions and a year in the S & C program. GO VOLS !!!           

If I understand the rules correctly, you win by outscoring the opponent....so I'd say if we want to beat SEC teams we should score more than them!         

Eh, he's rehashing old news and making predictions as if no changes have taken place. The problems (i.e. AD etc.) have been corrected and we have one of the most accomplished staffs in the SEC. If we can keep the staff together and recruit well, we'll be back in the top tier very soon.                       

I think 7-5 at least and 8-4 if we stay healthy. We return almost everyone on offense and if the OL improves to the degree I expect we should be good on offense. I expect the D to be improved as well. IMO the key, as it has been so often, is to stay healthy. I think a 2 years in the S&C program and being coached up will pay off this year in producing much better play on the field. It hurts to get excited about 7-5 and 8-4 but I do believe if we keep this staff together we're going to be where we want to be in another 2 years.                       

The 2001 SECCG was absolutely the most frustrating game of my Vol life!!!    When we put Davies and Toefield out early I knew it was over and then we "got smart" and played non-aggressive on D and allowed a freshkman QB to beat us.....absolutely the worst coached game I can remember.     

Went to see a game with my son a few weeks ago....we really like the new stadium. He and I have now watched games together at all of the stadiums, it was a great day.          

I always thought Chuck Webb was the best RB I saw at UT. He was able to cut and/or stop on a dime and in 2 steps be at full speed. He also had a very low center of gravity and could run through ya. It is a shame how he ended up.

 

BIG GET !!!            

I took the family to the Texas game when we beat them and became #1. My son called me last night to ask if I remembered the last time we were #1 and I said yes, he said we didn't stay there long because we lost our next game to Vandy....."guess who we play next"? This team is different though....IMO by far the best team we've had in my lifetime. This team plays selflessly, has a good and deep bench..I'm not worried, Vandy is going DOWN!!!               

to say I was impressed that they didn't fold or get frustrated like many previous TN teams.....this team is the best I've seen wearing Orange in my lifetime.                            

I'd say significant improvements....especially when you stop to consider how little actual time the staff was together and permitted to coach the kids. I expect much more after a full year with 'em.                    

Yeah....that OL needs a OL whisperer.   

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I have no doubt he'd be effective as an OC, I just worry about NCAA issues.....if he comes he better keep his nose clean!                          

We've got some OL guys coming in next year, and some here that were redshirted. He doesn't get here for 2 years so hopefully the OL situation will be MUCH better. If not there may be a new coach as well.                     

If he wanted to do it we wouldn't have to approach him or woo him. I think he'd be a great QB and OC but I hope they don't try to pressure him into it....he gave his all of Tennessee, let him live his life. If he wants to coach he'll make the overture.                     

Regardless, IMO he lacks the resume to hire as OC...he's got what, 1 year and it wasn't a good year. Nah, I'd like to see someone proven.            

I don't know of any QBs that play well when they are playing injured. JG is a good QB, not saying all SEC or anything but good, he's not the problem; the problem is the horrible OL which prevents us from having a run game and therefore a balanced offense as well as leading to JG being rushed and/or hit every play.