Today On Rocky Top: Vol Commit Impressing

From Rocky Top Insider

"Kahlil McKenzie needs no introduction when it comes to Tennessee fans. The son of former Vol legend and current Oakland Raiders General Manager Reggie McKenzie is the crown jewel of the 2015 recruiting class and has been a fan favorite since he gave his pledge to Vols on July 10th at The Opening – an invitation-only football camp for elite high school players at Nike Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon.Read more at Rocky Top Insider"

From The Chattanoogan

"When Tennessee hits EverBank Field on Friday afternoon to take on Iowa in the TaxSlayer Bowl, it will be 34 days since the Vols last played a football game.Coach Butch Jones said Tuesday those nearly five full weeks of healing time will be a major benefit to the Vols.Read more at The Chattanoogan"

From WBIR

"In a few days, Tennessee will play its first bowl game since 2010.Butch Jones and the Vols are in Jacksonville, Fla. to practice ahead of the TaxSlayer Bowl.When it comes to bowl experience, Iowa has an advantage going into Friday’s game: some of the Hawkeyes’ players have played in three bowl games. Tennessee only has one player, senior punter Matt Darr, who has played in a bowl.Read more at WBIR"