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Mike4Vols said:
Truth.

A little more seniority in the mix would be nice, though. It is what it is. Time for the young fellas to stand up and man up.
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Gotta think though... Randolph has been in the program 4 years on the back end. Curt on the DL. Jackson, Kerby, and Mack on the OL. 9 is low, but not the entire story.
 
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005 said:
Gotta think though... Randolph has been in the program 4 years on the back end. Curt on the DL. Jackson, Kerby, and Mack on the OL. 9 is low, but not the entire story.
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Yea, the fact many of our really good non-senior players had to play early works in our favor. Randolph, Curt, Jackson, et al have all logged significant time. We'll have a lot of game experience, if not age experience.
 
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As a five-star running back who signed with the home-state school, expectations were always going to be high for Hurd, but the buzz has only increased since he arrived in Knoxville this past January. Head coach Butch Jones has done nothing to temper the expectations heaped on his highly-touted back, offering "Jalen Hurd has been consistent everyday," over the weekend and suggesting Hurd can handle those expectations. At 6-foot-3 and 230 pounds, Hurd is definitely a unique prospect at his position. Height is often an obstacle for running backs to overcome, but Hurd runs with great pad level and he is more than a power back, showing plenty of shake and speed to be effective on the edge. Senior Marlin Lane is expected to be listed as the starter throughout the season for the Volunteers, but do not be surprised if Hurd logs as many touches as Lane by season's end. -- Josh Helmholdt, Midwest recruiting analyst

Hurd is a big, upright running back with excellent quickness, good shake and the ability to bounce off tackles. Coming off a few injuries, there will be some question about his durability, but the Vols need help at running back and need a big play guy and Hurd fits the mold. One of the biggest in-state recruits Tennessee has landed in the last few years, you can bet Hurd will get his chances early. -- Farrell.
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-Rivals.
 
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flowd82 said:
-Rivals.
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Given our QB, OT, OG situations, I think I'm most excited about Hurd. Malone won't be able to put up crazy numbers with our OT QB situations IMO, but our interior line should give Hurd some great chances to shine.
 
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flowd82 said:
-Rivals.
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I was watching the highlights from yesterday's practice when my wife told me that I should look into a support group for my "obsession" with the Vols. Does anyone know where I could go to talk about my obsession with the Vols? Oh look... I'm here.

Of course this place is chock full of enablers.

(In her defense she suggested I go to more than one game this year. I think she might be starting to get it)
 
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glichtenwalter said:
I was watching the highlights from yesterday's practice when my wife told me that I should look into a support group for my "obsession" with the Vols. Does anyone know where I could go to talk about my obsession with the Vols? Oh look... I'm here.

Of course this place is chock full of enablers.

(In her defense she suggested I go to more than one game this year. I think she might be starting to get it)
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Best damn support group you'll find, my friend! My lady hates football unfortunately, so I've decided to start buying her UT clothing to ease her into it. She said she would "try". Also unfortunately, I know what "try" actually means.
 
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sigchig said:
Best damn support group you'll find, my friend! My lady hates football unfortunately, so I've decided to start buying her UT clothing to ease her into it. She said she would "try". Also unfortunately, I know what "try" actually means.
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Outfitting her in gear is smart. Gives her a sense of belonging. Soon she'll be yelling Buck Fama!
 
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glichtenwalter said:
I was watching the highlights from yesterday's practice when my wife told me that I should look into a support group for my "obsession" with the Vols. Does anyone know where I could go to talk about my obsession with the Vols? Oh look... I'm here.

Of course this place is chock full of enablers.

(In her defense she suggested I go to more than one game this year. I think she might be starting to get it)
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I get the same thing from my GF who is from Cali and has no idea about SEC football and the crazy sh*t that surrounds it. Although I am taking her to the Florida game this year. So maybe she'll understand then.
 
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jave36 said:
Given our QB, OT, OG situations, I think I'm most excited about Hurd. Malone won't be able to put up crazy numbers with our OT QB situations IMO, but our interior line should give Hurd some great chances to shine.
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To be honest. I hope Lane has an outstanding year and all we really have to see of Hurd or any other RB is when giving a breather or mop up duty.

If Lane has a great year, we can save the legs on the younger guys for next year. Of course watching the young guys kick ass would be fun too.
 
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BaldBiker said:
To be honest. I hope Lane has an outstanding year and all we really have to see of Hurd or any other RB is when giving a breather or mop up duty.

If Lane has a great year, we can save the legs on the younger guys for next year. Of course watching the young guys kick ass would be fun too.
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Ya I should have clarified, I meant new guys. Lane can earn a good draft spot this year.
 
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JAllen18 said:
I get the same thing from my GF who is from Cali and has no idea about SEC football and the crazy sh*t that surrounds it. Although I am taking her to the Florida game this year. So maybe she'll understand then.
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Deal breaker if she doesn't understand imo.
 
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jave36 said:
Ya I should have clarified, I meant new guys. Lane can earn a good draft spot this year.
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That's my hopes. I've been rooting for Lane since he got here. Personally, I always thought he was the better of the two between him and Neal. Nothing against Neal, I just liked Lane better.
 
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JAllen18 said:
I get the same thing from my GF who is from Cali and has no idea about SEC football and the crazy sh*t that surrounds it. Although I am taking her to the Florida game this year. So maybe she'll understand then.
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I'm taking my wife and two of my daughters to the Floriduh game as well. I am ready for the Vols to beat they azz!
 
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glichtenwalter said:
I was watching the highlights from yesterday's practice when my wife told me that I should look into a support group for my "obsession" with the Vols. Does anyone know where I could go to talk about my obsession with the Vols? Oh look... I'm here.

Of course this place is chock full of enablers.

(In her defense she suggested I go to more than one game this year. I think she might be starting to get it)
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I thought this place WAS the support group? :ermm:
 
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glichtenwalter said:
I was watching the highlights from yesterday's practice when my wife told me that I should look into a support group for my "obsession" with the Vols. Does anyone know where I could go to talk about my obsession with the Vols? Oh look... I'm here.

Of course this place is chock full of enablers.

(In her defense she suggested I go to more than one game this year. I think she might be starting to get it)
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glichtenwalter said:
I was watching the highlights from yesterday's practice when my wife told me that I should look into a support group for my "obsession" with the Vols. Does anyone know where I could go to talk about my obsession with the Vols? Oh look... I'm here.

Of course this place is chock full of enablers.

(In her defense she suggested I go to more than one game this year. I think she might be starting to get it)
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My wife says exactly the same thing to me about my "obsession" watching all the practice/interview video's, game replays (along with watching it live), and hype videos. My wife isn't a big fan of sports in general, so I have given up on trying to change her mind. However, last couple of years I have watched every UT game with my daughter (now 6). She loves the Vols but doesn't understand why they aren't very good. I have had to explain to her that they have had really bad coaches (teachers) but are a very proud program with a winning tradition and a new coach who will get them back on top.
 
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