Tennessee Defense Shines in First Spring Scrimmage
Early signs point to a defense learning fast under Jim Knowles.
Overview
- Tennessee held its first spring scrimmage at Neyland Stadium in a closed session after six practices, and Josh Heupel said the defense played extremely well.
- Heupel said defenders created turnovers, fit the run, and kept big plays in check.
- Heupel added that the offense showed promise but drew penalties that must drop as players learn the system.
- Linebackers coach William Inge reported steady growth in his group with veterans anchoring leadership.
- Inge highlighted transfer Amare Campbell and freshmen TJ White and Brayden Rouse as early standouts, noting Campbell’s familiarity with Knowles’ scheme from Penn State and pointing to the April 11 Orange & White Game as the next checkpoint.