Tennessee QB coach explains where Hendon Hooker has improved this offseason
Tennessee QB coach Joey Halzle has a second year to work with Hendon Hooker after the former Virginia Tech quarterback finished the 2021 season strong.
Hooker is being lauded as a potential Heisman dark horse ahead of the 2022 season, and he has the talent to achieve that with a big year.
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On Wednesday, Halzle explained where Hooker has improved this offseason, noting his ability to make second and third reads on plays and understanding defenses:
Tennessee QB Coach Joey Halzle on Hendon Hooker: He's grown to the next step of seeing the second and third reads… He's made a huge jump in the offseason of his defensive understanding.
— Rocky Top Insider (@rockytopinsider) March 30, 2022
Hooker threw for 2,945 yards, 31 touchdowns and only 3 interceptions in 2021. If he can produce even more, while keeping his interceptions low, he has the profile of a Heisman winner.
He also added 620 yards and 5 scores as a runner, which is an important part of his game. Look for him to continue running well, too.
