Who's next to commit?

[volsfan24017]

Originally Posted by LynxVol

You must not have checked his thread recently.

"Both schools have their pros and cons," Henry said. "I think coach Dooley is doing a great job and they are beginning to be a top program again. They have so many good players on the offensive side and they will be explosive. The cons are they have been down and hopefully they will get more wins to get back to where they used to be."

"The pros for Alabama is the two national championships in the last three years," Henry said. "They have a trend at my position with Ingram and Richardson. The con is the question of where I'll play. I don't think that will be a factor because coach Saban and I've talked about that a lot and he's told me they want me as a running back."

"Coach Graham is a big part of it," Henry said. "But I do love all the coaches and I love the program. I gave them a chance and I really have liked everything about it when I've been up there. They are doing good things."

"I've heard it's really loud," Henry said. "I've heard there is nothing like it when the players run through the T. I expect them to come into the game undefeated and hopefully they will beat Florida and it will be a great atmosphere. I can't wait to see it myself."

-VQ

It's not over until it's over!

[volmsbd]

Originally Posted by volsfan24017

"Both schools have their pros and cons," Henry said. "I think coach Dooley is doing a great job and they are beginning to be a top program again. They have so many good players on the offensive side and they will be explosive. The cons are they have been down and hopefully they will get more wins to get back to where they used to be."

"The pros for Alabama is the two national championships in the last three years," Henry said. "They have a trend at my position with Ingram and Richardson. The con is the question of where I'll play. I don't think that will be a factor because coach Saban and I've talked about that a lot and he's told me they want me as a running back."

"Coach Graham is a big part of it," Henry said. "But I do love all the coaches and I love the program. I gave them a chance and I really have liked everything about it when I've been up there. They are doing good things."

"I've heard it's really loud," Henry said. "I've heard there is nothing like it when the players run through the T. I expect them to come into the game undefeated and hopefully they will beat Florida and it will be a great atmosphere. I can't wait to see it myself."

-VQ

It's not over until it's over!

Sounds like he could be wanting to lean our way but we have to go and produce. Obviously, judging by his comments CJG is who we have to thank here. The new football facility is probably playing a role, and hopefully we will beat the piss out of Florida and show him that we are back on the way up and he needs to jump on board.

[VolinMichigan]

I know Saban told him that they want him as a rb, but that guy will say anything. I wouldnt be surprised if he ends up a LB there because that backfield is crowded. If Bourque doesnt come back to the team, Henry would make an immediate impact at rb for us and get solid playing time right away. Derrick Henry, we need you man! Come put on the orange and white!

[TennxxVol]

We have a commit from Jalen Reeves-Maybin, 6' 1", 210 lbs.

He comes from the same school as Travis Stevens.

He wanted to commit last January but his family convinced him to take more visits.

He narrowed it down to Ole Miss, Louisville, Vandy and Georgia Tech but still liked UT best.

Must be a good student to have Vandy and GT on the list.

He says the coaches plan to use him as a nickle back or maybe in the offensive backfield.

Last year he had 103 tackles on defense.

On the offensive side he had 1,468 rushing on 170 attempts with 31 TDs.

He also passed for 1,267 and 15 TDs.

Not Earth shattering but looks to be a solid athlete with a lot of versatility, probably will play mostly as a DB but could be a change of pace wildcat QB or even a slot receiver or RB.

GO VOLS!

[BringItBack]

We havent had a stud RB since the 90's "IMO", something has to give for us to get over the hump. Jay Graham is our best shot to make it happen.... and I believe he will indeed make it happen.

[dooleydiesel28]

Originally Posted by BringItBack

We havent had a stud RB since the 90's "IMO", something has to give for us to get over the hump. Jay Graham is our best shot to make it happen.... and I believe he will indeed make it happen.

Hardesty was a stud his senior year IMo rushed for 1300 yds behind a patchwork line.

[shelbyvillevol]

Originally Posted by BringItBack

We havent had a stud RB since the 90's "IMO", something has to give for us to get over the hump. Jay Graham is our best shot to make it happen.... and I believe he will indeed make it happen.

Stephens, Houston, Riggs, Foster, and Hardesty. Every one of those guys had seasons of 1,000+ yards.

[volmsbd]

Originally Posted by shelbyvillevol

Stephens, Houston, Riggs, Foster, and Hardesty. Every one of those guys had seasons of 1,000+ yards.

None of those guys had break away speed, which coupled with power and agility makes a "stud". All of those guys would get caught from behind...I witnessed it.

[Phat-Phil]

Originally Posted by volmsbd

None of those guys had break away speed, which coupled with power and agility makes a "stud". All of those guys would get caught from behind...I witnessed it.

I'm sorry, but you've got to be kidding me if you don't think Foster is a stud just bc he doesn't have break away speed. He has just been the best RB in the NFL the past two years..

[PimpVol]

Stud at UT since 97? Lewis. Henry. Stevens. They are a notch above Houston Hardesty and Foster. NFL stats (AF) are nice though.

[LebanonVolunteer]

Originally Posted by volmsbd

None of those guys had break away speed, which coupled with power and agility makes a "stud". All of those guys would get caught from behind...I witnessed it.

If a RB is hitting that 1000 yard mark in a single season, I would consider him to be getting the job done. He may not have the "stud" status as he did not have 5 stars next to his name, but I will take production over "stars" any day.

[LowKey]

Originally Posted by VolinMichigan

I know Saban told him that they want him as a rb, but that guy will say anything. I wouldnt be surprised if he ends up a LB there because that backfield is crowded. If Bourque doesnt come back to the team, Henry would make an immediate impact at rb for us and get solid playing time right away. Derrick Henry, we need you man! Come put on the orange and white!

Hypnotised by the ring bling.....

[Scotty's Flat Top]

Dalton Dunaway

[Montrell Hardy]

Originally Posted by volmsbd

None of those guys had break away speed, which coupled with power and agility makes a "stud". All of those guys would get caught from behind...I witnessed it.

Not true at all. You need to pull out some 2004 highlights again. Nobody caught Cedric Houston or Gerald Riggs from behind that season. They both had breakaway speed. Watch the Auburn SEC Championship game again.

[Montrell Hardy]

Originally Posted by LebanonVolunteer

If a RB is hitting that 1000 yard mark in a single season, I would consider him to be getting the job done. He may not have the "stud" status as he did not have 5 stars next to his name, but I will take production over "stars" any day.

Most of Tennessee's star running backs have been either 5-stars or high 4-stars though dating all the way back to Chuck Webb.

Chuck Webb - #1 RB in the country in HS.
Charlie Garner - #1 JUCO in the country.

After the star ratings came out:

Jay Graham - 5-star 6.1
Jamal Lewis - 4-star 6.0 National Top 30 player
Travis Henry - 4-star 5.9
Travis Stephens - 4-star 5.8
Cedric Houston - 4-star 6.0
Montario Hardesty 4-star 5.9
Gerald Riggs - 5-star 6.1