_Does Tennessee football face too many questions for comfort in spring? | Vols mailbag_
As the Tennessee Volunteers football team begins spring practice, there are a multitude of questions surrounding the program. From the quarterback position to the defensive line, there are several areas of concern that need to be addressed.
In this week’s Vols mailbag, we’ll tackle some of the most pressing questions facing Tennessee football as they head into spring practice.
Q: How concerned should Vols fans be about the quarterback position?
A: The quarterback position is undoubtedly the biggest question mark for Tennessee heading into spring practice. With Jarrett Guarantano and J.T. Shrout transferring out of the program, the Vols are left with a pair of unproven quarterbacks in Harrison Bailey and Jimmy Holiday.
While Bailey showed flashes of brilliance in limited action last season, he’s still a relatively unknown commodity. Holiday, on the other hand, has yet to take a snap in a college game.
Q: What’s the status of the defensive line?
A: The defensive line is another area of concern for Tennessee. With the departure of defensive tackle Emmit Gooden and defensive end Deandre Johnson, the Vols are left with a significant void to fill.
LaTrell Bumphus and Tyler Baron are expected to be key contributors on the defensive line, but the Vols will need to find some depth and talent to surround them.
Q: Can the Vols’ offense maintain its momentum from last season?
A: The Tennessee offense was one of the most improved units in the country last season, thanks in large part to the arrival of coordinator Jim Chaney.
While the Vols lost some key contributors from last year’s team, including wide receiver Josh Palmer and running back Eric Gray, they return a talented core of players, including wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. and running back Ty Chandler.
Q: What are the expectations for the Vols’ secondary?
A: The Tennessee secondary was a major strength last season, thanks to the play of cornerbacks Alontae Taylor and Bryce Thompson.
While the Vols lost safety Trevon Flowers to the NFL draft, they return a talented core of defensive backs, including Taylor, Thompson, and safety Jaylen McCollough.
Q: Can the Vols make a run at the SEC East title?
A: While the Vols face a number of questions heading into spring practice, they also return a talented core of players and have a favorable schedule.
With games against Alabama and Ole Miss at home, the Vols have a legitimate shot at making a run at the SEC East title. However, they’ll need to answer some of the questions surrounding the quarterback position and defensive line if they hope to make a serious push for the division crown.
In conclusion, while the Vols face a number of questions heading into spring practice, they also return a talented core of players and have a favorable schedule. With some hard work and dedication, Tennessee could be a dark horse contender in the SEC East.
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