vol75
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Tennessee football has undoubtedly made strides since the Dooley, Jones, and Pruitt eras. At this point, I consider Josh Heupel a good coach — but not yet a championship-caliber one. My reasoning lies in his reluctance to adapt his offensive system to the talent on hand and the demands of specific situations. While the offense under Hendon Hooker was electric, it showed vulnerabilities on the road, issues that remain unresolved.
At the start of this season, I was optimistic. However, as the season progressed, it became clear that flaws were holding the team back. The most concerning of these is the lack of player development, a problem I’ve seen before, most notably during a tough night at Missouri under Butch Jones.
Looking ahead, while Heupel’s position appears secure, it’s crucial to be highly selective when hiring assistants and coordinators. Competing in the SEC requires a staff that can adapt and innovate at the highest level. Right now, some members of the staff seem more suited for mid-major programs, which is a limitation Tennessee cannot afford if it wants to rise to the top.
Tennessee football has undoubtedly made strides since the Dooley, Jones, and Pruitt eras. At this point, I consider Josh Heupel a good coach — but not yet a championship-caliber one. My reasoning lies in his reluctance to adapt his offensive system to the talent on hand and the demands of specific situations. While the offense under Hendon Hooker was electric, it showed vulnerabilities on the road, issues that remain unresolved.
At the start of this season, I was optimistic. However, as the season progressed, it became clear that flaws were holding the team back. The most concerning of these is the lack of player development, a problem I’ve seen before, most notably during a tough night at Missouri under Butch Jones.
Looking ahead, while Heupel’s position appears secure, it’s crucial to be highly selective when hiring assistants and coordinators. Competing in the SEC requires a staff that can adapt and innovate at the highest level. Right now, some members of the staff seem more suited for mid-major programs, which is a limitation Tennessee cannot afford if it wants to rise to the top.
