Tennessee RB coach Jerry Mack provides update on Jabari Small, Dylan Sampson
By Ethan Stone
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Tennessee is thin at running back after its blowout win over Akron in Week 3.
The Vols dispatched the Zips, but at a cost. Cedric Tillman, Jabari Small and Dylan Sampson all exited early after suffering slight injuries. They were held out of the rest of the game, a move most considered to be merely a precaution.
That idea was reinforced Tuesday, when running backs coach Jerry Mack updated the status of the running back room.
Tennessee RB Coach Jerry Mack says that the entire running back room was participating at the Vols’ practice today.
— Rocky Top Insider (@rockytopinsider) September 20, 2022
That’s excellent news for Tennessee against a Florida team that has failed to stop the run this season. The Gators have allowed the second most yards per carry of any team in the SEC and the 7th most among Power 5 programs.
Small and Sampson practicing is the best news Tennessee fans could have hope for. The below quote sounds even better for Sampson’s chances.
Jerry Mack said #Vols freshman RB Dylan Sampson has absolutely earned his trust to play in a big game like Saturday’s against Florida.
— Ben McKee (@benmckee14) September 20, 2022
Ethan Stone is a Tennessee graduate and loves all things college football and college basketball. Firm believer in fouling while up 3.
