How is Chandavian Bradley progressing ?

[volmandu]

He was pretty highly rated pass rusher and there was a talk of talk in recruiting about his athleticism. How is his progress coming along ? I followed posts on here for spring practice as well as most open websites (that arent behind paywall) and did not see much talk about him, if any ?
Some poster here had mentioned that a position switch to TE could be in offer .. but not sure that happened. I think only talk about him all off-season has been his citation by police.
That pass rusher room has some good players. Just curious on his path.

 

[Hacksaw]

I don't have any info. Austin Price said during the spring that he needs to mature a bit (paraphrasing). That's not surprising, because he's still very young. With Ross coming in, the competition is only going to get tougher. I wouldn't expect to hear much from Bradley until 2025. I hope he sticks it out.

 

[volroadwarrior]

It was reported that he had to gain some weight.

 

[AllThingsTN]

I think he has the potential to be a great edge rusher. He was very thin coming out of HS and it was going to take a couple years to get his body ready for the SEC. But he’s really a really gifted athlete. Next year will be his year to get really meaningful snaps imo.

 

[DaddyChad]

I think he’s progressing just fine but damn edge is stacked. Ross looks like he could be the next big deal when JPJ gets drafted in the first round.

 

[volnbama_]

I think he’s progressing just fine but damn edge is stacked. Ross looks like he could be the next big deal when JPJ gets drafted in the first round.

Its gonna be nice to be able to rotate fresh pass rushers

 

[LittleVol]

He was pretty highly rated pass rusher and there was a talk of talk in recruiting about his athleticism. How is his progress coming along ? I followed posts on here for spring practice as well as most open websites (that arent behind paywall) and did not see much talk about him, if any ?
Some poster here had mentioned that a position switch to TE could be in offer .. but not sure that happened. I think only talk about him all off-season has been his citation by police.
That pass rusher room has some good players. Just curious on his path.

he’s not as physically imposing as his other edge teammates.

But if he ever gets out in the field I believe he’ll catch the coaches eyes. Some kids just lack the maturity to grind it out in practice.

Pearce was lanky as well but promptly put on 30 lbs of solid muscle his first season. Added another 10 this past off- season and.

 

[Oldvoldad]

He was pretty highly rated pass rusher and there was a talk of talk in recruiting about his athleticism. How is his progress coming along ? I followed posts on here for spring practice as well as most open websites (that arent behind paywall) and did not see much talk about him, if any ?
Some poster here had mentioned that a position switch to TE could be in offer .. but not sure that happened. I think only talk about him all off-season has been his citation by police.
That pass rusher room has some good players. Just curious on his path.

Buried on the depth chart. My prediction is in the portal next fall.

 

[Go Fight Win]

word is they are experimenting with TE since he's uber athletic. Could be a sensible position swap, especially considering our young TE depth

 

[Vol_guy]

Wasn't there talks about moving Emmanuel Okoye from TE to DL?

 

[pimo1]

Wasn't there talks about moving Emmanuel Okoye from TE to DL?

not talks 'its done

 

[BruisedOrange]

not talks 'its done

Hate to see that speed wasted on a short field, but I'm confident this staff will give him every opportunity to find success moving forward.

 

[pimo1]

Hate to see that speed wasted on a short field, but I'm confident this staff will give him every opportunity to find success moving forward.

Being fast is kinda down on the list of important traits for a TE.. its nice but not really important. Okoye always looked like a WDE to me in body.

 

[m1al]

word is they are experimenting with TE since he's uber athletic. Could be a sensible position swap, especially considering our young TE depth

Wasn't there another guy UT switched from DL to TE, once upon a time?.. IIRC, his name his name was Witten...

 

[volmandu]

Wasn't there talks about moving Emmanuel Okoye from TE to DL?

He already moved based on practice reports. It would be good to see Bradley utilized somewhere.

 

[BigorangeBoy]

Being fast is kinda down on the list of important traits for a TE.. its nice but not really important. Okoye always looked like a WDE to me in body.

Agree, he wanted to be a TE (and we sold him on that), but his hands are too inconsistent. With his measurables and added strength he could be a great pass rusher

 

[WillisWG]

Wasn't there talks about moving Emmanuel Okoye from TE to DL?

Emmanuel Okoye has new position heading into second season at Tennessee

A Tennessee redshirt freshman’s position switch that happened in spring practice is now reflected on the team’s official roster.

247sports.com

 

[m1al]

Graduated to JUCO, didn't he?

 

[WillisWG]

Graduated to JUCO, didn't he?

Moved on to Hutchinson Community College

 

[1974Vol]

I think he’s progressing just fine but damn edge is stacked. Ross looks like he could be the next big deal when JPJ gets drafted in the first round.

The way they are recruiting edge rushers it would seem part of CJH's strategy is start fast on offense, build a lead so the opponent is forced to be one dimensional on offense to catch up (passing). Then have the dudes to chase down the passer without having to blitz. I loved the way they got Iowa so concerned about Pearce that when we did bring the LB they tried that little RB screen behind him thinking he was coming along with our LB.. Only problem was he dropped in coverage in the flat and got the pick 6. It should be fun watching these guys pin their ears back when we're up 21-3 and the opposing O has to throw.

 

[VOLINVONORE]

The way they are recruiting edge rushers it would seem part of CJH's strategy is start fast on offense, build a lead so the opponent is forced to be one dimensional on offense to catch up (passing). Then have the dudes to chase down the passer without having to blitz. I loved the way they got Iowa so concerned about Pearce that when we did bring the LB they tried that little RB screen behind him thinking he was coming along with our LB.. Only problem was he dropped in coverage in the flat and got the pick 6. It should be fun watching these guys pin their ears back when we're up 21-3 and the opposing O has to throw.

Another example of how good our coaches are calling plays. Our defense should become one of the best in the Nation in the next couple of years. What an asset to have with Hep's offense. Score often and shut down their offenses. I like the future of our Football Program.

 

[RDU VOL#14]

The way they are recruiting edge rushers it would seem part of CJH's strategy is start fast on offense, build a lead so the opponent is forced to be one dimensional on offense to catch up (passing). Then have the dudes to chase down the passer without having to blitz. I loved the way they got Iowa so concerned about Pearce that when we did bring the LB they tried that little RB screen behind him thinking he was coming along with our LB.. Only problem was he dropped in coverage in the flat and got the pick 6. It should be fun watching these guys pin their ears back when we're up 21-3 and the opposing O has to throw.

Think Indianapolis Colts around peak Manning. They scored a lot, played fast and would force you to be 1 dimensional and then they’d unleash Freeney and Mathis to kill the quarterback. It’s a pretty good formula for success . Right now UGA and Bama are the Pats and we’re the Colts trying to break through .