10 Newcomers That Could Make An Impact For Vols In 2015
By Zach Ragan
Nov 22, 2014; Knoxville, TN, USA; A general view of Neyland Stadium home of theTennessee Volunteers following the game against the Missouri Tigers. Missouri won 29-21. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports
Shy Tuttle — Defensive Tackle
6’3″/313 lbs
Status: Enrolled
Tennessee’s interior defensive line lacked ideal size in 2014.
That shouldn’t be a problem in 2015.
Incoming true freshman Shy Tuttle is already the ideal size for a defensive tackle. His status as an early enrollee means he should be in SEC shape by the time the season rolls around.
It’s hard to know how much Tuttle will play as a freshman. He could win a starting job out of camp (like Derek Barnett), or he could play behind Owen Williams and work his way into the starting lineup.
Whatever the case may be, there’s little doubt that Tuttle will see a good deal of playing time in 2015.
The Vols already are one of the best pass rushing defenses in the SEC. Their run defense should get a lot better with the addition of Shy Tuttle.