Today On Rocky Top: An Early Look At The Lady Vols

From Rocky Top Talk

"When we last left the Lady Vols, they dropped a 73-62 decision to an Alyssa Thomas-led Maryland in the Sweet 16. Was that disappointing? Yeah, probably, but there’s some solace to be found in Thomas being the best player on the court that day. She was drafted fourth in the WNBA draft earlier this month, and in a bit of an ironic twist, ended up on the same team, the New York Liberty, as third-round draft pick Meighan Simmons.Read more at Rocky Top Talk"

From Stormin In Norman

"It’s June, but with Phil Steele’s College Football Preview magazine in hand, my excitement levels are getting too high for early summer. Players literally just reported back to campus, and are getting their first taste of mandatory summer workouts.Anyway, the third game of the season for Oklahoma is against an SEC opponent. While I’d love for OU to beat up on Alabama again, they will get a conference rival of the Crimson Tide instead.The Sooners and Tennessee Volunteers are scheduled for September 13 contest in Norman, which will kickoff at 7 p.m. on either ABC, ESPN, or ESPN2.Read more at Stormin In Norman"

From Music City Miracle

"The NFL.com team is putting together a list of 25 players that are poised for a breakout year in 2014. Number 21 on that list is Justin Hunter.Here are a few of the good things they had to say about the former Tennessee Volunteer:He fits the profile. After nailing Josh Gordon, Alshon Jeffery and Michael Floyd as breakout stars coming off tantalizing but inconsistent rookie campaigns, we can’t ignore Hunter’s obvious physical gifts."
"His hands are a concern because that’s a tough problem to shake. Unreliable mitts, however, don’t necessarily stop a talented wide receiver from breaking out. Terrell Owens never got over his problem with drops. Brandon Marshall struggled with drops, especially early in his career. Dwayne Bowe still does.Read more at Music City MiraclePublished on 06/17/2014 at 7:04 AM EDTLast updated on 06/17/2014 at 7:04 AM EDT His hands are a concern because that’s a tough problem to shake. Unreliable mitts, however, don’t necessarily stop a talented wide receiver from breaking out. Terrell Owens never got over his problem with drops. Brandon Marshall struggled with drops, especially early in his career. Dwayne Bowe still does.Read more at Music City Miracle"