Great News: Inky Johnson

#3
#3
Nice that the new staff recognized this kid gave his all on the field. He deserves it.
 
#7
#7
This almost brings tears to my eyes. I'm so happy for Inky. He's never let circumstances dampen his spirit. One of the best Volunteers in the history of the program. I know you're not, Inky, but I am regretful that we never got to see you live up to your true potential as a player, but I am guilty of being selfish in that I am thrilled you are guiding the young men on this football team now and leading by your example.

Lane Kiffin and co. need a big round of applause. Great move.

On a sidenote, is the lead position a new position? I have never heard of a lead grad assistant before.
 
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#8
KB5252 said:
Nice that the new staff recognized this kid gave his all on the field. He deserves it.
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This staff doesn't strike me as sentimental. They see something in Inky that they feel is valuable. Remember that Monte has a history of turning former DBs into great coaches. Kudos to Inky for having a great attitude and showing the new staff that he has something to contribute.
 
#9
#9
Good call Lane, Inky is a great guy, a true Vol.

Congrats Inky.:groupwave::fireworks:
 
#11
#11
Hopefully he will learn as much as possible under Monte and he can jump start his coaching career by being a part of the "Monte Kiffin Coaching Tree"...

Could not happen to a better kid.
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Sabanocchio said:
This almost brings tears to my eyes. I'm so happy for Inky. He's never let circumstances dampen his spirit. One of the best Volunteers in the history of the program. I know you're not, Inky, but I am regretful that we never got to see you live up to your true potential as a player, but I am guilty of being selfish in that I am thrilled you are guiding the young men on this football team now and leading by your example.

Lane Kiffin and co. need a big round of applause. Great move.

On a sidenote, is the lead position a new position? I have never heard of a lead grad assistant before.
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Agreed. Excellent move by Kiffin. No doubt UT players respect Inky, and it was a smart thing to do.

I have never heard of a lead graduate assistant either. Would all other GA's answer to Inky? I really don't know.
 
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gainesvol82 said:
This staff doesn't strike me as sentimental. They see something in Inky that they feel is valuable. Remember that Monte has a history of turning former DBs into great coaches. Kudos to Inky for having a great attitude and showing the new staff that he has something to contribute.
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I tend to agree. I think some of what they see in him was a kid who left it all on the field, literally. The staff knows the kids will relate to him and his example.
 
#16
#16
Couldn't happen to a better guy. I hope that Inky gets a job in coaching if that is the path he wants to take. He is definately someone who gave his all for the Vols.
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#18
#18
Didn"t he visit Smith with Monte? This may have been Monte"s call! Either way great news!
 
#19
#19
Great news. I don't look at this as a charity/PR move by the coaching staff either. Based on their history of actions, they truly believe he will give a large contribution.
 
#20
#20
Inky was actually a key element in how we got a few recruits
Correct if wrong, but I think he played for Darrius Myles Dad in H.S.
 
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