NFL awaits, but work remains for Vols' offensive linemen

[governmentmule]

Starters since they were true freshmen, Stone, right guard Zach Fulton and right tackle Ja'Wuan James are approaching the conclusion of their Tennessee careers, and the trio would like nothing more than to beat Vanderbilt and Kentucky and notch a bowl win to achieve their first winning season.
After that, it's off to the NFL for those three, and junior left tackle Antonio "Tiny" Richardson figures to follow suit from a line that has "an awful lot of ability," according to ESPN NFL draft analyst Mel Kiper.

NFL awaits, but work remains for Vols' offensive linemen | timesfreepress.com

i liked what they said about A.J. Johnson

 

[Rockytoptalker]

I agree about James being underrated.

 

[UNAVol89]

James might be the most underrated player on the team.

 

[WorldVisionGuy]

Isn't it amazing how much talent those three gentleman have.. I realize they have been a victim of some bad times at Tennessee, but It really seem like there extra effort has not been there. I love there heart for Tennessee, but life deals you some crazy cards at times
in our lives. It's what we dig down and do in the struggles that makes the man.. I truly wish them the best in there careers in the NFL..

 

[davethevol]

Isn't it amazing how much talent those three gentleman have.. I realize they have been a victim of some bad times at Tennessee, but It really seem like there extra effort has not been there. I love there heart for Tennessee, but life deals you some crazy cards at times
in our lives. It's what we dig down and do in the struggles that makes of men.. I truly wish them the best in there careers in the NFL..

I imagine quite a few players on the team developed bad habits due to the previous staff and it just takes time to correct. It might be best for them and for the team once they are gone to get a fresh start. I think they will all have successful careers in the nfl.

 

[Biopsyman]

I imagine quite a few players on the team developed bad habits due to the previous staff and it just takes time to correct. It might be best for them and for the team once they are gone to get a fresh start. I think they will all have successful careers in the nfl.

The NFL does not like bad habits- Signed Justin Blackman

 

[sjt18]

You guys are out of your collective minds... this team has "no talent" have you not heard? AJ is too slow to play in college much less the NFL.

What on earth is wrong with you people? Are you closet negavols indirectly criticizing the coaching staff by claiming these guys have real talent?

 

[WorldVisionGuy]

You guys are out of your collective minds... this team has "no talent" have you not heard? AJ is too slow to play in college much less the NFL.

What on earth is wrong with you people? Are you closet negavols indirectly criticizing the coaching staff by claiming these guys have real talent?

Not blaming the coaches at all man. For the past 12 years I have spend a bunch of time and money in support of the football program. I have bought tickets and gave money to the orange and white fund for a parking pass supporting Tennessee. I have enjoyed my times and will continue supporting the coaching staff. I have kept up with Coach Jones for many years. I live within a few hours of Cinn. I am proud of Butch and the staff!!! And yes I feel that we have talent on our team.. Maybe not Alabama or upper level talent but they
have skills. So if you think I am a nega-vol then so be it!!!!

 

[Burger]

You guys are out of your collective minds... this team has "no talent" have you not heard? AJ is too slow to play in college much less the NFL.

What on earth is wrong with you people? Are you closet negavols indirectly criticizing the coaching staff by claiming these guys have real talent?

Oline is the only spot where we do have upper class talent. We have talent in the places where we are inexperienced. It's noticeable in that regard. We're also making up ground on 3 years of piss poor coaching.

 

[WorldVisionGuy]

Oline is the only spot where we do have upper class talent. We have talent in the places where we are inexperienced. It's noticeable in that regard. We're also making up ground on 3 years of piss poor coaching.

Great Post!!!!

 

[Burger]

Great Post!!!!

We do have some young talented players sprinkled around like North, Croom, Sutton, Verren, and others. The 2013 class is underrated.

 

[WorldVisionGuy]

We do have some young talented players sprinkled around like North, Croom, Sutton, Verren, and others. The 2013 class is underrated.

Yes they are... I feel like our future is so bright going into next year. There experience will be so positive for us. Its just sad that these young men have had to go thru so much the past few years. Plus the recruiting momentum is huge.. I believe with all my heart that Butch will bring pride back to our program.

 

[Burger]

Yes they are... I feel like our future is so bright going into next year. There experience will be so positive for us. Its just sad that these young men have had to go thru so much the past few years. Plus the recruiting momentum is huge.. I believe with all my heart that Butch will bring pride back to our program.

I agree. We will be relying on that experience to help our '14 class. I wish there wasn't so much attrition from the '12 class because we can use those guys.