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1. What is the defense? It seems like Wilcox is going to use multiple sets this year to off set our depth issues. The question is can the defense learn the nuances and the details of multiple defensive sets in time to make it work? Do we have the personnel to pull it off?
2. The Linebacker position-We overlook the LB position. Last year, the position was decimated by injuries. We have guys with experience, but do we have enough depth this year? Does Wilcox have enough trust in the LB's to play four linebackers?
3. The development of the O-line- Obviously it's our biggest issue. Have projected starters Schofield and Thomas improve enough to be able the trenches in the SEC? Can JuWuan James handle the SEC as a freshman?
4. Taurean Poole...It's your time- Brown is gone. Taurean Poole, the job is yours. Hopefully is fumbling problems have been cured (seems like it), but the bigger question: Can he make something out of nothing? Hardesty's strength was being able to get 4-5 yards when the line didn't open up any holes. Is Poole good enough to be able make something out of nothing?
5. The DB situation- This is the least talked about situation going into the year. Art Evans (our #1 CB) was decent last year. We really have nobody else who is proven. Myles Jr. is gone, can Waggner step up? If we play some 3-3-5, do we have enough DB's to play well? I am excited to see Loften though.
6. Ted Meline- Guy has tons of talent...he is willing to play both sides. We have plenty of good players at WR. Our DB situation isn't the best. Do we move Meline to DB, or will he better suited to play WR? Curious to see what the staff does here.
7. Who will take the KO's & PR's? We have plently of options. Oku was solid last year. Jones is pretty decent, but do we need him too much at WR? Can Da'Rick translate his athleticism? Hunter has great speed, but can he catch the ball cleanly? I'm excited to see who we put back there.
8. WE HAVE KICKERS AGAIN!!!- Darr and Palardy are excellent, excellent kickers. Both guys have huge legs. We now don't have to worry about KO's that get to only the 10 and FG's that get blocked by 560 lb who can only jump six inches. That could win us a game or two this year.
9. Who is the QB? Both QB's didn't "overwhelm" in the Spring Game. Both guys have had the same time in the system. Here's the question though: Does Dooley go for it now or prepare for the future if Bray is the better QB? If Bray is slightly better than Simms, does he decide to protect our future QB and play Simms? Or does he decide to put out the best QB for the job?
10. How are the players? We forget about them through all this. Their on their 3rd coach. All three had different mindsets, agendas, and styles. They have been through college football hell. What is their mindset? Are they re-energized to go out and prove the world that UT is the best place to be, or do they go out and struggle feeling sorry for themselves. This is where the leaders need to step up.
Well guys and gals, it's football season. No matter what the situation, it's the best time of the year.
Go Vols! :hi:
2. The Linebacker position-We overlook the LB position. Last year, the position was decimated by injuries. We have guys with experience, but do we have enough depth this year? Does Wilcox have enough trust in the LB's to play four linebackers?
3. The development of the O-line- Obviously it's our biggest issue. Have projected starters Schofield and Thomas improve enough to be able the trenches in the SEC? Can JuWuan James handle the SEC as a freshman?
4. Taurean Poole...It's your time- Brown is gone. Taurean Poole, the job is yours. Hopefully is fumbling problems have been cured (seems like it), but the bigger question: Can he make something out of nothing? Hardesty's strength was being able to get 4-5 yards when the line didn't open up any holes. Is Poole good enough to be able make something out of nothing?
5. The DB situation- This is the least talked about situation going into the year. Art Evans (our #1 CB) was decent last year. We really have nobody else who is proven. Myles Jr. is gone, can Waggner step up? If we play some 3-3-5, do we have enough DB's to play well? I am excited to see Loften though.
6. Ted Meline- Guy has tons of talent...he is willing to play both sides. We have plenty of good players at WR. Our DB situation isn't the best. Do we move Meline to DB, or will he better suited to play WR? Curious to see what the staff does here.
7. Who will take the KO's & PR's? We have plently of options. Oku was solid last year. Jones is pretty decent, but do we need him too much at WR? Can Da'Rick translate his athleticism? Hunter has great speed, but can he catch the ball cleanly? I'm excited to see who we put back there.
8. WE HAVE KICKERS AGAIN!!!- Darr and Palardy are excellent, excellent kickers. Both guys have huge legs. We now don't have to worry about KO's that get to only the 10 and FG's that get blocked by 560 lb who can only jump six inches. That could win us a game or two this year.
9. Who is the QB? Both QB's didn't "overwhelm" in the Spring Game. Both guys have had the same time in the system. Here's the question though: Does Dooley go for it now or prepare for the future if Bray is the better QB? If Bray is slightly better than Simms, does he decide to protect our future QB and play Simms? Or does he decide to put out the best QB for the job?
10. How are the players? We forget about them through all this. Their on their 3rd coach. All three had different mindsets, agendas, and styles. They have been through college football hell. What is their mindset? Are they re-energized to go out and prove the world that UT is the best place to be, or do they go out and struggle feeling sorry for themselves. This is where the leaders need to step up.
Well guys and gals, it's football season. No matter what the situation, it's the best time of the year.
Go Vols! :hi:
