Tennessee Football 3 Massive Spring Practice Questions | Vols, NCAA Basketball Bracketology Update
Knoxville, TN – The Tennessee Volunteers football team is set to begin spring practice on March 7, and there are several massive questions that need to be answered. From the quarterback position to the defensive line, the Vols have several key areas to address before the start of the 2025 season.
In this article, we’ll take a look at three massive spring practice questions for the Vols, as well as provide an update on the NCAA basketball bracketology.
*Question 1: Who will be the starting quarterback?*
The quarterback position is always a crucial one, and the Vols have a few options to consider. Joe Milton, who started several games last season, is expected to be in the mix, as is freshman quarterback Nico Iamaleava.
However, the Vols also added transfer quarterback Drake Maye, who had a standout season at North Carolina last year. Maye threw for over 4,000 yards and 35 touchdowns, and is expected to be a strong contender for the starting job.
“Drake is a talented quarterback who has a lot of experience,” said Vols head coach Josh Heupel. “We’re excited to have him on board and see how he competes with our other quarterbacks this spring.”
*Question 2: Can the Vols replace the production of Hendon Hooker?*
Hendon Hooker was a standout quarterback for the Vols last season, throwing for over 3,000 yards and 25 touchdowns. However, Hooker has moved on to the NFL, leaving a void in the Vols’ offense.
The Vols will need to find a way to replace Hooker’s production, and it will likely take a team effort. The Vols have a talented receiving corps, led by Jalin Hyatt and Bru McCoy, and they will need to step up and make plays this season.
“We’re going to miss Hendon, but we have a lot of talented players on offense,” said Heupel. “We’re excited to see how they develop and come together this spring.”
*Question 3: Can the Vols’ defensive line improve?*
The Vols’ defensive line was a concern last season, as they struggled to stop the run and generate pressure on the quarterback. The Vols added several transfer players to the defensive line, including tackles Omari Thomas and Dominic Bailey.
The Vols will need to see significant improvement from their defensive line this season, and it will be a major focus of spring practice.
“We’re excited to see how our defensive line comes together this spring,” said Heupel. “We’ve added some talented players, and we’re looking forward to seeing how they develop.”
*NCAA Basketball Bracketology Update*
The Tennessee Volunteers men’s basketball team is currently projected to be a 4-seed in the NCAA Tournament, according to ESPN’s Joe Lunardi. The Vols have been inconsistent at times this season, but they have a strong resume and are expected to make a deep run in the tournament.
The Vols’ strength of schedule has been a major factor in their seeding, as they have played several tough teams this season, including Kansas, Gonzaga, and Kentucky.
“We’re excited to see where we end up in the tournament,” said Vols head coach Rick Barnes. “We’ve had a good season, but we know we have a lot of work to do if we want to make a deep run.”
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