Tennessee football releases official depth chart ahead of Syracuse opener
By Ethan Stone
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Better late than never.
Tennessee football released its official depth chart the morning ahead of the Vols’ Week 1 battle against Syracuse. To the surprise of many Vols fans, there weren’t many ORs on the chart. Perhaps of most intrigue, Jermod McCoy – who was reported to be out for Saturday’s game – is listed as the starter at outside corner.
Jake Merklinger is listed as the backup to Joey Aguilar, apparently beating out freshman George MacIntyre for the backup role. Also notable, Jesse Perry is listed as potential starter at right guard. Jalen McMurray gets the STAR position nod.
There’s a lot to get to. Here’s a look at the full depth chart:
Offense
QUARTERBACK
- Joey Aguilar, 2. Jake Merklinger, 3. George MacIntyre
RUNNING BACK
1. DeSean Bishop OR Peyton Lewis OR Star Thomas OR Duane Morris OR Justin Baker
WIDE RECEIVER
1. Mike Matthews 2. Travis Smith Jr. OR Trey Weary
RECEIVER
1. Chris Brazzell II, 2. Radarious Jackson OR Trey Weary
SLOT RECEIVER
1. Braylon Staley, 2. Amari Jefferson OR Radarious Jackson
TIGHT END
1. Miles Kitselman, 2. Ethan Davis OR Jack Van Dorselaer OR DaSaahn Brame OR Cole Harrison
LEFT TACKLE
1. Lance Heard, 2. Bennett Warren
LEFT GUARD
1. Wendell Moe, 2. Sham Umarov
CENTER
1. Sam Pendleton OR William Satterwhite
RIGHT GUARD
1. Jesse Perry OR Sam Pendleton, 2. Max Anderson
RIGHT TACKLE
1. David Sanders, 2. Brian Grant
Defense
Special Teams
KICKER
1. Max Gilbert, 2. Josh Turbyville
PUNTER
1. Jackson Ross
2. Josh Turbyville
KOS
1. Josh Turbyville, 2. Max Gilbert
LONGSNAPPER
1. Bennett Brady
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1. Jackson Ross
KICK RETURNER
1. Peyton Lewis OR Daune Morris
PUNT RETURNER
1. Braylon Staley OR Daune Morris OR Boo Carter
Ethan Stone is a Tennessee graduate and loves all things college football and college basketball. Firm believer in fouling while up 3.
