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FreakNotes and Links: Aug 12-13

August 12-13, Weekend Edition (updating throughout the weekend) Butch Jones had a few notable comments in his Media Day press conference on Sunday afternoon. He mentioned an upcoming scrimmage that will take place this Wednesday; he said the team displayed toughness last night during practice at Neyland, but we need to get our pad level…

August 12, 2017

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Josh Dobbs highlights from first start for Pittsburgh

Former Vol quarterback Josh Dobbs made his NFL preseason debut last night for the Pittsburgh Steelers. To say he got off to a rocky start is being kind. Dobbs threw two interceptions in his first four pass attempts. You can watch the first one below, but it appeared to be a terribly underthrown ball that…

August 11, 2017

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Vols Camp Report: Stripes, NFL Preseason Standouts and Coaching Bonds

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Eleven days into August, Tennessee’s emerging standouts are showing flashes of promise on Haslam Field and also in NFL preseason action. Head coach Butch Jones spoke to reporters after Friday’s practice and discussed some of the young men who are stepping up. Earning Their Stripes On Friday, freshman defensive back Theo Jackson…

August 11, 2017

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Butch Jones post practice 8.11 (video)

August 11, 2017

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August 11, 2017

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Freaknotes and Links: Aug 11

August 11, Friday Two freshmen from the state of Tennessee lost their black stripes at practice this afternoon, according to Butch Jones: cornerback Theo Jackson from Nashville, who has been drawing lots of praise from coaches this week, and tight end Latrell Bumphus from Savannah. Former Vol quarterback Sheriron Jones is transferring again, according to…

August 11, 2017

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Kamara and Barnett shining in NFL preseason (video)

A couple of former Vols are off to great starts in their NFL careers. Alvin Kamara bounced a nice run to the outside against the Cleveland Browns and Derek Barnett recorded his first career sack, taking down Packers’ quarterback Brett Hundley. Check out the videos below. | Discussion: Alvin Kamara…Killer Instinct Kamara’s run Alvin Kamara…

August 10, 2017

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Bob Shoop, Larry Scott and Charlton Warren speak to the media (8.10)

Top Quotes “Toughness is one of those things that you’re going to talk about from day one until the day a kid leaves the program.” – Larry Scott “It’s a testament too to the leadership they’re getting from John Kelly through the summer and in camp. The times that we weren’t able to meet with…

August 10, 2017

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Notes and Links: August 10

I’m looking to add a new feature to the blog where I quickly highlight interesting news and notes in one place. I’m still working on how to best implement it, including where it will appear and how to format it for easy consumption. If you have any suggestions or thoughts, let me know in the…

August 10, 2017

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Vols Camp Report: Competition Bringing Out the Best in Fall Camp

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Fall practice No. 8 is in the books for the University of Tennessee football team, and the emerging theme throughout camp so far has been the competition throughout all of the position groups. “Everyone is putting their identity on video,” head coach Butch Jones said after practice on Tuesday afternoon at Haslam…

August 8, 2017

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