Posted by vol_in_lsu_land on January 9, 2008 at 2:53 p.m. (Suggest removal)

PLEASE bring on the Michigan bunch. With Crompton, Mallet, and Gerald Jones showing the G-Gun now and then, we surely will be an offense to be reckoned with.

Posted by alfrizzle097 on January 9, 2008 at 2:55 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Was not Mallet the second rated quarterback in this class? Crompton plays for two years, then Mallet for two. Sounds like the advantages of a pro style offense may be greater than some of you think....

Posted by GreerVol22 on January 9, 2008 at 2:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hmmmm, hands are wringing, evil grin in place, eyes are squinting....anyone else out there getting psyched? .....I only want 1 UM coach though, not both....Loeffler.

Posted by agentorange on January 9, 2008 at 3:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)

drooling on my keyboard over the possibility of getting this guy

Posted by govols57 on January 9, 2008 at 3:03 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Mallett was a 5 star prospect out of Texas, he was the no. 1 overall prospect in the state of Texas, the no. 2 pro-style quarterback in the country and the no. 4 overall prospect in the country according to rivals.com

http://tennessee.rivals.com/viewprosp...

Posted by bugman on January 9, 2008 at 3:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

he wont come here for 2 years playing time. forget it.

Posted by bolton on January 9, 2008 at 3:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Mallet, if you come to Tennessee, you will play behind B.J. Coleman.

Posted by orangeblood on January 9, 2008 at 3:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

has anyone seen this guy throw? If he comes, crompton better get his crap together, this guy is good enough to start ANYWHERE

Posted by FWBVol on January 9, 2008 at 3:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I hope CPF doesn't hire a coach or coaches based on a player they might bring with them.

Look at what happened at Arkansas with Mitch Mustain and Gus Malzahn. I'm not saying that's what would happen if Mallett comes with the coaches, but I hate a kid playing the game of going where his coaches go.

With or without Mallett, we will be in good shape at QB for the next few years. Crompton was the top rated dual threat QB in the nation when he came out of high school in 2005.

Nick Stephens is said to have the strongest arm on the team, and Coleman was hand-picked by David Cutcliffe during the recruiting process, which say something to me.

If Mallett does come, he probably won't start until 2010 when he'll have two years of eligibility left. Chances are he'd have to beat out Coleman or some other QB we sign in the next two years.

I could be wrong, but if Stephens doesn't beat out Crompton for the starting job this year, I don't know if he would stay...especially if Mallett signs.

That's a lot of speculation on my part, but isn't that what most of us do?

Posted by volhog32 on January 9, 2008 at 3:23 p.m. (Suggest removal)

No doubt kid has a HUGE gun! Saw it first hand in San Antonio at the Army All American Game LY. He would be a major addition to the team and would push Crompton to seriously improve his skills this spring. Agree with FWBVol, though. Can't hire a coach just to get one kid unless he'll better the program for years to come. Hello Wade Houston!!

Posted by waterskier3 on January 9, 2008 at 3:24 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FWBvol I'm with you on hiring the mich coaches to get this kid... the mich coaches are not my number one pick anyway but if this kid would come that would be good....

everybody needs to read between the lines fulmer is looking for someone to come in and run tn playbook, not be that creative, just minor adjustments if any.... i suppose he could create the pro style spread option :)

we better get some receivers and running backs that can run faster than foster, taylor and the others because they couldn't out run trooper if that is the direction we're headed in..

lets hope we turn into an attacking offense and not the 3 yard dink and dunk again.

Posted by cdldoc on January 9, 2008 at 3:26 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Who cares if they bring a player with them? Their ability to coach, recruit and develop players is what counts. I thought all you boys wanted to switch to a mobile Qb and spread offense and get "modern"? Too bad he is not a 5 star defensive tackle. That is what we need.

Posted by icecream on January 9, 2008 at 3:29 p.m. (Suggest removal)

saw him play in high school. Throws a football like josh Beckett throws a baseball. Don't know if we have anyone who can catch it.

Posted by bustervols on January 9, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. (Suggest removal)

UT will always have a place for smart, talented, outstanding young student atheletes. We welcome you son. Welcome to the orange.

Posted by revjulian on January 9, 2008 at 3:31 p.m. (Suggest removal)

WOW!!! I would love to see this guy come to UT. I would hate if or BJ Coleman (but that might push both to work even harder). Imagine how good it would make our 2007 recruiting class and the future. I don't think a lot of people are realizing the people we have coming to UT next seaaon. We have Morley and Faison coming in to make a big impact next year. Pair up those two with Eric "I'll cover everything" Berry and we WILL havet the best backfield in the Nation.
On the other side of the ball, we will have G-Gun with a year of experience and a seasoned offensive line. Mark it down now... McClendon will have a BREAK OUT year. He will dominate the OG position like John Henderson dominated the end position his junior year. I LOVE what we will be doing next year... only 9 more months fellas

Posted by GreerVol22 on January 9, 2008 at 3:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)

If Mallett came in and outplayed Crompton, and BJ...............would you care? I think not... its about winning, Fulmer promises you a chance to compete for a position every year your here...he does not guarantee you will get it.

Posted by knoxsingle on January 9, 2008 at 3:42 p.m. (Suggest removal)

No way Mallett backs up Coleman, if Mallett comes to UT. I think Coleman is a great kid, but Mallett is a very rare talent and would move up the depth chart in a hurry, once eligible in 2009.

I hope Mallett chooses to come to Knoxville! He'd be terrific as a Vol.

Posted by VolsorCat on January 9, 2008 at 3:42 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I think this is great news all the way around. Has anyone heard anything about Demps today?

Posted by FWBVol on January 9, 2008 at 3:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

The real question becomes what kind of offense is most attractive to kids wanting to make the jump to the NFL. The spread is a nice twist for college kids, but I still don't see too many pro quarterbacks doing the same things Tebow does at Florida.

Alex Smith played for Urban at Utah and look at the smooth transition (sarcasm) Smith has made to the pro game. Name one NFL team that is successful with the spread or variation of it.

Does the UT system need some fine tuning and updating? Yes, but do you throw the whole thing out the window for the latest fad in hopes of running an offense that needs a very rare and special kind of athlete.

I think the one thing most of us want more than anything else, is to see UT win. If we win, I don't think it would matter if we ran a wishbone or power I, if the Vols were winning a lot of the crying would stop and everyone would be glad we were champs.

Posted by ctownvol on January 9, 2008 at 3:50 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I got news for ya guys. If Mallett ends up here, he could and probably will beat out any qb we have. Don't get me wrong. I am a big Crompton fan and I am extremely high on the Coleman kid from Chattanooga, but this Mallett kid is a monster. A freakin' stud! I guess that would be a great problem to have, huh? 3 big-time quarterbacks battling for a starting position.

Posted by theutb on January 9, 2008 at 3:50 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Okay, I hate to be the negative person on this forum, but hold the phone, folks. I realize that this QB is highly rated out of high school, and I realize this year he was only a freshman, but have you seen his numbers?

61 for 141 (43 percent) for 7 TDS and 5 INTS? Granted, 892 yards, but 97 from one bomb play?

He only played a good amount in three games this year, including in a 37-21 loss to Wisconsin, where he was 11 of 36 with 3 TDs and 2 INTs?

I'm not saying he's not good, he may be, and he may be the man under our offense. But I'm not ready to put him ahead of Crompton, Coleman or Stephens. In my opinion, from what I've heard, Nick Stephens will be the man anyway.

We certainly shouldn't hire two coaches just to get this QB. If we are hiring them based on their ability, great. But I'm not sure that Mallet won't be mediocre at best.

Posted by bolton on January 9, 2008 at 3:56 p.m. (Suggest removal)

If you've not seen Coleman play, he is the real deal. He's got all the tools and a natural leader. He will push Crompton this spring.

Posted by grandolph1958 on January 9, 2008 at 3:57 p.m. (Suggest removal)

i am tiried of the pro style qb. To win at the college level u must have a qb that can tuck it and run. we need a oc that fits jon crompton style of play. The kid can run thru and around and still has a cannon. next year should be exiting with jon. Thank god quaterback that can scramble been waiting on this since 99

Posted by mbible1utk on January 9, 2008 at 4:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'd bet B.J. Coleman transfers after Mallet comes in, Nick Stephens will stay as a backup, and we might nab one other "just in case" guy.

Posted by mbible1utk on January 9, 2008 at 4:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

More specifically, I'm thinking B.J. Coleman transfers to Duke

Posted by ktucker on January 9, 2008 at 4:09 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Did anyone research Clawson? - he has a proven track record and is aggressive on offense - sounds like he is on his way to becoming a head coach at a much higher level - 5 years at TN as OC would be a win win - IF his credentials continue to progress at TN - maybe he's our next Head Coach..... he sounds like the next Jim Tressel to me. I have not researched his skills as a recruiter however.

Posted by invisiblekid on January 9, 2008 at 4:11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I think Mallett would look fine in Orange. No doubt, the vertical passing game would/should come back into vogue with him under center. From what little I have seen, he probably needs some time to work on his footwork and reading defenses but that's true of most young QB's. It's not likely Fulmer would base any staffing decision on the mere chance of getting Mallet in the deal though, and if he did he should be fired. You can't mortgage an entire program on the back of one player.

Posted by revjulian on January 9, 2008 at 4:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FWBVol.... I was thinking the same thing. Name the 5 best QB's in the NFL.
both Mannings
Brady
Farve
Romo
Big Ben
what kind of system did they run in college and what kind do the run now? Pocket passing. Now, let's take the first 5 "new phenom" Qb's in college who were going to "redefine" the way NFL played the QB position.

Chris Leak
Troy Smith
Alex Smith
Michael Vick (legal troubles aside)
Quincy Carter
Vince Young

Not one solid 5 star recruit that I know of would say I only want to play college football... the NFL doesn't appeal to me. They all want to make it to the NFL.... so why not go to a school that will do all it can to make sure you make the next jump into the NFL?

Posted by andy112382 on January 9, 2008 at 4:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

http://media.scout.com/media/image/35...

If you want to glimpse at the possible future, here is how he looks wearing orange and white with a 'T' on his helmet.

Posted by sjt18 on January 9, 2008 at 4:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I agree bible.

Mallett will have competition no matter where he lands. I'm not sure if he would come knowing JC has two years... but I doubt that would be what scared him off.

Posted by heathut15 on January 9, 2008 at 4:13 p.m. (Suggest removal)

it will be good to have a few people battling at qb i am not to big on michigan but they are a good program and any coach would have to be good or he couldnt get the job there 08 is starting to look interesting GO VOLS

Posted by revjulian on January 9, 2008 at 4:22 p.m. (Suggest removal)

sjt18,

Mallett would apparently have 3 years of eligibility after sitting out the 2008 season. That would have him getting two good years (afer Crompton leaves in '09 to prove his NFL talent. He would have 2010 and 2011 to lead the program (provided he beats out Coleman).

Posted by bolton on January 9, 2008 at 4:22 p.m. (Suggest removal)

B.J. is a Tennessee kid and always a fan. He has publically said he's not following Cut. He led the state (Mr. Football) in passing yards from an option offense. He can tuck it and run too.

Posted by ZacharyUTK on January 9, 2008 at 4:29 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Mallett, you wanna be in the SEC. Trust me.

Posted by ALLVOL12 on January 9, 2008 at 4:36 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Take a look at the tape of the Army All American Game last year to start. Mallett made Clausen look like a 3rd stringer.

Posted by Kwitcherbellyachin on January 9, 2008 at 4:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Saw both Mallett and Stephens play in high school. Mallett was the most highly regarded, but Stephens was a blue chip too. In fact, I believe he was almost a Wolverine himself. I'd love to add Mallett to the roster though. The kid has a gun.

Posted by leapyear52 on January 9, 2008 at 4:39 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Just saw this link on Jeffrey Demps...looks like he'll be a Gator....http://www.gatorcountry.com/...

Posted by MemphVol on January 9, 2008 at 4:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Sorry Mallett, coach Fulmer wouldn't/shouldn't hire staff based soley on a prospective recruit's familiarity with them. That's just not good business. If the UT program is not sound enough on it's own merits, then this is not a situation that Fulmer needs to look at. Yes, Mallett may come with prototypical height, weight, arm, etc., but he also comes with a disclaimer. Thanks, but no thanks.

Posted by bedmagic_23 on January 9, 2008 at 4:50 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I've been telling people for awhile now that the more teams decide to go to all out spread offense, the better for UT, because the best pro style quarterbacks will be filtered to a team that runs the pro style offense. It may be looking too far ahead, but we could be looking at a string of great NFL pro quarterbacks coming through UT. I think Ainge did a great job this year without a true deep threat. If you surround him with good talent he could easily be a Derrick Anderson style QB. How nice would it be to have at least three young UT alum playing each other in the NFL trying to gun for UT's greatest alum QB.

Posted by RealistVolFan on January 9, 2008 at 5:01 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FWB:

You said Nick Stephens would transfer....
Who in the world would care? Im sorry, but he's got maybe less than a quarter of Mallet or Crompton's potential.

Posted by IPOrange on January 9, 2008 at 5:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I've said this several times before - UT doesn't need to learn how to run the spread offense. They need to learn how to defend it.

Posted by utchris2003 on January 9, 2008 at 5:08 p.m. (Suggest removal)

He is not hiring him based on one recruit. You can only speculate that MemphVol. Give the Big Guy more credit that than.

Posted by jobrando on January 9, 2008 at 5:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Coach just wants Loeffler. That might still get Mallet.

Posted by TommyJack on January 9, 2008 at 5:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

What IPO said.

Posted by sjt18 on January 9, 2008 at 5:14 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Loeffler has more value to the program than Mallett does. The guy is a proven recruiter and coach. Loeffler without Mallett would make a bigger difference than Mallett without Loeffler.

... The pair though isn't a bad deal.

Bolton as someone mentioned Mallett was by far and away the most impressive QB in the Army AA game last year. BJ could beat him out... but it will never be because he is more physically gifted. Mallett is a pretty incredible physical specimen.

Posted by DadwasaVol on January 9, 2008 at 5:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Yes, what IPO said.

Posted by FWBVol on January 9, 2008 at 5:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

RealistVolfF, the key word you just said is potential. From what I've read and heard, Stephens he has a gun for an arm and good football smarts. I've never seen himm play so I don't really know about that.

What I do know is the QB with the most potential doesn't always turn out to be the top gun. Here are a few examples from UT in the last 20 years.

Sterling Henton was a very athletic quarterback with an electric personality, but he lost his job to Andy Kelly. Peyton vs. Brandon Stewart, and it should have been a no brainer, Stewart had more physical potential. The same could be said about Schaffer and Ainge. Schaffer was one of the most physically gifted quarterbacks to ever set foot on campus, but he was a total disaster.

I'm not implying that Mallett is a bad kid or a player that couldn't get the job done. I'm just pointing out that there's a lot more to playing quarterback at any level than potential.

I hate quoting Bear Bryant, but he said, "Don't tell a kid he has potential because all you're saying is he hasn't done anything yet."

Posted by utmdm on January 9, 2008 at 5:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Ditto on IPO's commment

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 5:28 p.m. (Suggest removal)

QB Mallett would consider UT if DeBord, Loeffler hired.

i see it as loeffler is the one phil wants,mallett could be a huge bonus down the road and debord is currently unemployed and would only hang around long enough to catch on elsewhere but in the meentime we would recv his talents for little of nothing.

i say it would be a win win win for our fav team.

go vols and i appreciate the patience coach is showing putting together another proven winning/recruiting coaching staff.

you negavols will never ever have a clue of the talent/commitment,dedication,honesty,work ethic and love for tennessee that phil fulmer has.

to be honest your not qualified to tote his massive jock (lol) losers!

Posted by brokebackvol on January 9, 2008 at 5:29 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Y'all can yammer about this kid all ya want, but we've been through this time and again over the years - how many "blue chip" QBs have passed through Knoxville and not proven that they can do anything other than transfer elsewhere?

I certainly don't want Fulmer choosing coaches on the basis of who they can attract, as much as proven coaches that have been at the big time and know what they are doing.

Having said this, are these two potential coaches winners, or just warm bodies looking to land at another high profile football program? I'm still remembering the butt-kicking from Oregon in Ann Arbor this year - is that the kind of offense we would be getting??

Posted by knoxvegas75 on January 9, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. (Suggest removal)

The first thing you are all forgetting about Mallett is that he played for Michigan, they have been a decline not being able to beat Ohio State and consistently playing in average bowls. Tennessee has been known for establishing pro-style qb's and Mallett will flourish with TN help. He is going to hit our system and our facilities and training staff and in one year will fight for the starting role.

I do agree the thought of just getting Loeffer is better then not getting either but the package deal will give Tennessee the depth and ability. Competition for a starting position will help all involved making them better.

If you pull this all off CPF you are the greatest.

Posted by philfan on January 9, 2008 at 5:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

tabjack0522 has stated, in a very mysterious way, that 'my source also told me there is a BIG SURPRISE no one will see coming...it has something to do with a hire on the coaching staff.'
Some things are so obvious, so visible, so out there, that no one would have thought about it, unless you have examined every possibility.
Coach Fulmer will be announcing his resignation and at the same time announcing the new head coach tomorrow or Friday.
If I guess correctly, I should win a season pass to the Tennessee games next year!

Posted by asleep on January 9, 2008 at 6:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

IPO is right on! Scoring offense wasn't this teams problem - scoring defense was. I thin Loeffler is a great choice for QB coach. If Mallett wants to come to, so be it but that's just a bonus. Phil, hire the coach because he can coach and let the recruitment of Mallett stay a separate, secondary issue. Go Vols!!!

Posted by RangerForSix on January 9, 2008 at 6:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I like the pro-style offense. It allows you to attack all parts of the defense and it's better for running the football. You can always spread it out too. If we want the best QB's to come to U.T., stay with the pro-style "O"!

Tebow will be an H-Back or Outside linebacker if he plays on Sundays. He's a mutant, a monster! But, not a guy who can take 'PRO-HITS' over and over and over again...

WINNING:
"It's about talent anyway, always will be!!!"

You 'can not scheme your way' to an SEC Championship. You must put the best TEAM of "ATHLETES" on the field, period!!!

Posted by VOLS85 on January 9, 2008 at 6:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm going to preface this comment by noting that nothing is complete yet, but I feel like the fans that support this program in a positive way deserve this...

In the days and weeks following the exit of David Cutcliffe, we heard constant negativity surrounding Fulmer on this website. Though I realize this doesn't typify the normal Vol fan, it disgusts me that there are constant doubters as to the ability of coach "Foolmer". He not only picked up one of the top 25 recruiters in a RB coach from FLORIDA, he will likely pick up an offensive genius in Clawson, who is innovative and up-and-coming. Then there will likely be Debord and Loeffler, two strong TE and QB coaches...so now do we hate Fulmer for being methodical and choosing the right men?

These "fans" who have been constantly ragging on Fulmer for being stupid and failing to get a coach soon enough (you know who you are, we've dealt with your incessant nagging), shut your mouths and let the process work itself out...Fulmer got this far because he's got some capability upstairs and has won a game or two in his life. However, I'm not surprised that you found a way to doubt the ability of Mallett. If we recruited Peyton Manning again, I'm sure some would find ways to criticize.

LET THE PROCESS WORK ITSELF OUT, AND IF IT ISN'T UP TO PAR, THEN SAY SOMETHING...but I'll be damned if I sit back and listen to this bashing when Fulmer is about to get it done.

GO VOLS..

Let the spin continue...

Posted by FWBVol on January 9, 2008 at 6:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)

philfan, I don't think Coach Fulmer is going anywhere right now. He's already stated his desire to win another national championship. He's not a kid any more, but he won't turn 60 until Sept. 1, 2010. I believe he has a fire in his belly to win and win big soon.

Fulmer had his first team meeting of the new year yesterday or today, and I have to believe, if what you are speculating on is true, he would have at least told his players. They would deserve to know. He'd also have to get the word out to recruits to be fair to them as well.

If someone really wanted to start a wild rumor, they could say that Peyton Manning is going to retire and return to UT as the QB coach and offensive coordinator with the promise he'll take over when CPF retires.

Hey, if we are going to dream big, we might as well dream the impossible dream. LOL

The longer the process drags on, the more I believe it points to Clawson being the OC. The reason the announcement not coming yet might be so he can get back to Richmond and tell his team in person.

I really don't see CPF making someone a promise that they will follow him as the next head coach. Maybe in a couple of years once that person has shown they can get the job done for the Vols it would happen, but not now. Besides, the AD, UT president and athletics board would have to sign off on any changes.

That's another reason I don't believe CPF is stepping down now...there are too many people that would know about it for it not to leak.

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 6:28 p.m. (Suggest removal)

waterskier3 who cares who your number 1 pick is,your not the coach and from what ive read not much of a fan either so stfu!

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 6:29 p.m. (Suggest removal)

If Mallett comes to UT he'll have to change his name to Mullett, because everyone knows East Tennessee is the birthplace of the mullet.

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 6:37 p.m. (Suggest removal)

VOLS85 now thats what im talking about,a true fan and a pleasure to read your posts.

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 6:42 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FWBVol same for you bud,i say we fight back and dog out these negavols for wasting our time reading their dribble,im sick of it!

Posted by PowerT on January 9, 2008 at 6:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Great , Lets fill our staff full of some more coaches and players who cant beat thier conf. rivals. They will feel right at home in Knoxville.

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 6:51 p.m.

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Posted by PowerT on January 9, 2008 at 7:01 p.m. (Suggest removal)

If you send me your address I'd be glad to put you on the top of my list.

Posted by vol52 on January 9, 2008 at 7:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Every thing is hypothetical so far. Lets see how signing day pan's out and how the new coaches do. I have to see how this team does on game day. If Fulmer is a micro manager we are in trouble. He is no big swing from an intellectual standpoint.

Posted by Basketball_Jones on January 9, 2008 at 7:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I like how everyone already has Crompton penciled in as the starter, has anyone seen thi guy play? He looks lost and confused, I mean I know coming in cold is hard but gimme a break. Right now we are down the the bottom of the barrel as far as hired go, for some reason Norm Chow hasn't been mentioned at all, probably because Fulmer knows he'll look like an idiot next to Chow. Hopefully he hires these 2 guys and they bring Mallett along

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 7:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

vol52 says He is no big swing from an intellectual standpoint.

may i ask what your claim to fame is?

nuttsacker i would asume!

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 7:08 p.m. (Suggest removal)

PowerT-whos your daddy.

big hoss on the net huh==little man complex?

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 7:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

for some reason Norm Chow hasn't been mentioned at all.

hum lets see nfl salary approx 1 mill a year,,tn oc salary about 375 to maybe 450.

dang if i can figure out why we havent called him.

please buy a vowel and get a clue.

Posted by vol52 on January 9, 2008 at 7:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)

posivol what is yours to contradict me?

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 7:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingofmemphis - "East Tennessee is the birthplace of the Mullet"?? Being from that s-hole that everyone else in the state of Tennessee refers to as "East Arkansas" you might want to hold your tongue (or typing)! The only reason Memphis has anything to it, remains to be an overweight overdosed dead singing legends HOUSE!! Who goes to Memphis?? People that can't let previously stated singers life go?? Sad!!!

Posted by acevol on January 9, 2008 at 8:01 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I loved all the hate prior to this coming out today. Everyone jumping on Fulmer because he either didn't know who to hire or couldn't hire the right people. Who knows if these are the right guys, but everyone sure seems happy all of a sudden.....I'm a vol fan through and through, its just kind of disappointing that it took this to make all of happy and rejoice.

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 8:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

vol52 says-Fulmer is a micro manager we are in trouble. He is no big swing from an intellectual standpoint.

no contradiction but:

if you choose to put down my fav coach from my fav team then i choose to call you out.

again what is your claim to fame,just for kicks lets compare your intellectual standpoint to coach fulmers.

have you won a national championship and do you make 2 million dollars a year,i didnt think so,you may now stfu!

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 8:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

acevol ==you da man.

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 8:15 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Good grief.

Posted by vol_in_lsu_land on January 9, 2008 at 8:18 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hey posivol.

While I agree with everything you say to a big ole power Tee, I think your being a tad on the insultive side for no reason. Yes, there are plenty of negative ninnies on this board who routinely make fools of themselves, but there is no need in us using the same tactics to point it out!

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 8:39 p.m. (Suggest removal)

bossvol351.

Exactly what I was thinking...thus my "good grief" comment.

Posted by philfan on January 9, 2008 at 8:51 p.m. (Suggest removal)

FWBVol,

You may be right but this is about the third time I have heard the rumor that something big, something unimaginable, is soon to be announced. Unless Steve Spurrier or Nick Saban are planning on accepting demotions to move to Knoxville to become assistant Tennessee coaches, I believe Fulmer will indeed announce his resignation and announce his successor. I just cannot understand the mystery of it all. That would be huge! Maybe Fulmer is going to the NFL. As far as the recruits are concerned, this is supposed to be the so called dead period for recruiting. Fulmer has taken a lot of heat for not winning some serious hardware in nine years, and he may be looking forward to leaving coaching.

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 8:56 p.m. (Suggest removal)

philfan.

Just for a "heads up." The chance of Fulmer resigning? Absolute zero.

Now, that being said. The chances of chief resigning. That is an entirely different issue.

Posted by dgb63 on January 9, 2008 at 9 p.m. (Suggest removal)

OK so is it now down to two ? The group from Mich and the guy from Richmond??? Are we looking for Big 10 Coaches?? I don't know much about either, which one does the majority think would be the best fit for UT????

Posted by vol52 on January 9, 2008 at 9:03 p.m. (Suggest removal)

posivol The VOLS are my favorite team. I have followed them since Wyatt was coach. History will judge Fulmer. He has been in a decline for several years. He may revive the program or may not. I have lost faith in him. He needs strong people (coaches and player arround him) and let them do their thing.

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 9:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

vol_in_lsu_land --of course your right but if i must endure the negavol dribble then they may endure my posivol rant.

fair is fair.

im just tired of all the koolaid,krispy kreme,foolmer and so on drival.

i like this board for the info,insight and thoughtfulness of folks like you but do not care for the constant putdowns of the program or coach.be a man and be a fan w/ respect and ill gladley do the same.

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 9:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

vol Fans enjoy!! This tells us how UM really took the news of Drayton!!! LOL

http://www.tennessean.com/apps/pbcs.d...

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 9:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman - Don't get your overall's in a wad. Why do you want to hate on the jewel of the state? Tennessee would be much better off if the eastern third had seceded and become the state of Franklin as it wanted to do. And remember to take pride in your mullet!

I hope y'all get this before the power cuts off for the night. I bet it's tough living in the 3rd world.

Posted by ThaiVolFan on January 9, 2008 at 9:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

VOLS85

You hit the nail on the head! Good post my brother,
Go Vols!

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 9:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

vol52--its just sports cycles,no team stays number 1 forever,you build,you peak,you decline and the cycle starts over.

trust me,phil has one more run in him.back to the top and off to the sunset and the hof.i for one am proud of his efforts and accomplishments.a true tennessee vol from start to finish.

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 9:22 p.m. (Suggest removal)

That's funny Kingofmemphis!! Jewel of the state?? How's that developmental NBA league team doing there?? I bet Rock Island is a blast this time of year!!! What else the pyramid?? Memphis has and always will be the armpit of Tennessee!!

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 9:28 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingofmemphis

knoxville avg income $54,377
Memphis ave income $42,535

Who's 3rd world??

Posted by IPOrange on January 9, 2008 at 9:42 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman, thanks for the link. Makes you smile, doesn't it?!?

Posted by doegem on January 9, 2008 at 9:52 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Yikes! A kid who was falling in love with Michigan?! Must be a different Michigan than the dreary, fungus-coated, gridlocked, third-world economic disaster, rust bucket that I've been exiled to.

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 9:55 p.m. (Suggest removal)

IPO - Yes it does!! That would be to the Florida fans on here trying to downplay his importance there!! LOL

Posted by GerryOP on January 9, 2008 at 9:56 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hmmmm. Head 'Croc not happy? Awwww..... Thanks for the link dfreeman.

Posted by GerryOP on January 9, 2008 at 9:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Yikes! Exiled to Meeshegun? What did you do wrong doegem?

Posted by posivol on January 9, 2008 at 10:09 p.m. (Suggest removal)

nice link dfreeman,how slick of a move by the fulmernator-stick it and twist---sweet!

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 10:13 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman.

Good score on that link. Thanks. The Urban Illusion is not a happy gator.

Posted by invisiblekid on January 9, 2008 at 10:24 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Thanks for the link dfreeman. I am all for anything that gets Urban Meyer's panties in a wad.

Posted by invisiblekid on January 9, 2008 at 10:25 p.m. (Suggest removal)

doegem, you sure you don't live in Memphis: "dreary, fungus-coated, gridlocked, third-world economic disaster, rust bucket that I've been exiled to."?

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 10:34 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman - I see where your so-called top 10 basketball team squeaked by Mississippi tonight....you must be proud. Tell me about the wonderful kville tourist attractions. Having never been to the hills, I'm guessing tourists might flock to the "Famous Married Cousins Museum", or maybe the "East Tennesseans with 3 Teeth Hall of Fame".

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 10:39 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingofmemphis - having been to both cities and living in neither, I would take Knoxville over Memphis anytime!! You want to tell me the difference between Mississippi and East Carolina??? LOL Go ahead and try to talk about the conference USA being better than the SEC in ANYTHING!!! Oh and we beat your "so-called top 10 b-ball team" by 18 last year!! Beat us and then come back and run your mouth!! You guys will probably be the 3rd best team in the state by the time it's all said and done!!

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 10:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingofmemphis - Keep talking about us being the toothless ones!!

http://www.memphisflyer.com/memphis/C...

enjoy your own publication!!!

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 10:48 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingofmemphis - hahahahahahaha..... Can't stop..... hahahahahahahahaha....... redneck...... olympics......... agricenter...... underarm farting..... hahahahahahahah..... please stop!!

Posted by IPOrange on January 9, 2008 at 10:53 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Bobbin' for pigs feet? Heh, heh, heh.

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 10:56 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman- You Hilljacks are always living in the past. "Oh and we beat your "so-called top 10 b-ball team" by 18 last year!!"

Last yeat was last year.

The sec is pathetic this year. The only half decent teams (UK & UF) are sucking hind teat this year. They'll be lucky to get 2 teams in the tournament.

Posted by IPOrange on January 9, 2008 at 10:57 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Surely there will be cow tipping, too.....

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 10:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman.

Eee gads. That Redneck Olympics is too depraved to even keep reading. kingofmemphis, I lived there and I now live in Knoxville. Hands down Knoxville is better. As for your grand redneck olympics...after readin most of your posts tonight I conclude that you are the reigning "fart a tune without passing gas" gold medalist and perhaps your sobriquet of kingofmemphis is derived from that very talent. My real guess is that you are toothless 12TIMES back under a different name. You have to be the goofiest person I've seen on here. Bar none. Now, go get some barbeque pizza, serenade your sister with a fart melody without passing gas and belch us another diatribe of 12TIMES ignorance.

Posted by doegem on January 9, 2008 at 11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

GerryOP, I got caught working in the wrong industry - auto - in the wrong place at the wrong time... with equity -- now, I have to go out of state to work (which is an even sadder location - still in Big 10 country) but, until the unemployment rate drops below 7-8 percent and real estate starts moving I'll be anchored down in this god-forsaken frozen swamp.

I'm getting misty thinking about it. It was just going to be temporary.

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 11:05 p.m. (Suggest removal)

IPO - maybe they'll have a turkey shoot after their ballgame tonight!!

kingofmemphis - hahahahaha..... underarm farting contest..... hahahahaha........ bobbing for pigs feet...... hahahahahahaha....... please stop!!!

again just come back when you can say you beat us!!! Until then just shut up!! I could tell you now that just about any team in the SEC could run the table in that lousy conference your beloved kitties hide in!! Go away!!

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 11:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Now I understand. 12TIMES Redneck Olympic TriFlatulence events champion. Way to go big guy.

Posted by FWBVol on January 9, 2008 at 11:07 p.m. (Suggest removal)

philfan, I could be wrong, but I think coaches can still e-mail during the dead period. Also, if a kid calls the coach, I believe a coach can return his call.

This being the dead period for recruiting would be another reason it would look bad if CPF resigned now with recruits hanging in the wind.

Everyone does a great job of guessing, but I don't see Chavis stepping down either. I could be wrong though. If Chavis does resign, I don't think Jim Bates will come in as some people are guessing. He's older than Fulmer and has spent the last several years in the NFL.

One thing is certain, if Phillip Fulmer plans on having his OC, and most of the staff in place by the time recruits come in this weekend we'll know something in the next day or two.

Posted by TNPilgrim on January 9, 2008 at 11:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Finally - a glimmer of hope for the possibility of getting somebody from a major program with a successful track record. Shame on Fulmer if he lets these two guys get away. If the Mallett kid happens to come along, so much the better.

Posted by utmdm on January 9, 2008 at 11:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Awwww, let's get together and shed a collective tear for Urban. How about .... February 31st?

As for the "jewel" of the west - I guess one person's jewel is another's piece of coal.

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 11:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

doegem,

Did you live in the Tri Cities?

Posted by GerryOP on January 9, 2008 at 11:13 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Sorry doegem. Been there, done that -- but not in Meeshegun. The three years I spent in Massatwosheetz was the longest decade of my life! "God-forsaken frozen swamp" is a good description. I wish you the best. Be well.

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 11:16 p.m. (Suggest removal)

tngeoff- As long as there's one UT fan on this site, I'll never be the "goofiest person on here".

dfreeman- I don't read the Memphis Flyer. It's an "alternative" publication. Maybe that's why you were quick to reference it.

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 11:16 p.m. (Suggest removal)

GerryOP,

Where did you live in Taxachussetts?

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 11:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingomemphis - that's funny!! When I searched for memphis publications that's the first one that popped up!! Again, nice game you guys had against central baptist illinois highschool tonight!! Hurry though, and you might not to be too late for the win-a-straw-hat bingo game down at the pyramid!!

Posted by doegem on January 9, 2008 at 11:22 p.m. (Suggest removal)

tngeoff, I wish.

Posted by GerryOP on January 9, 2008 at 11:24 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Geoff, Lowell for a while but most of the time in Sturbridge. Have you spent time in the Bay State where summer is usually the third week in July?

Posted by tngeoff on January 9, 2008 at 11:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)

doegem,

I gotta' hit the hay. The reason I ask about the Tri Cities is I travel A LOT. Last year on a trip back from Philly I connected either through Detroit or Clevelend and sat next to a pretty good size guy who was from the Tri Cities and had taken a job in the auto industry up there. If I recall correctly (I'm in the health and wellness business) the guy said he had taken something up there that had turned to permanent and he and his wife were moving up there. May have been a different guy, but just curious.

GerryOp.

I don't think you and I ever talked about your having lived in the Commonwealth of Massachussetts before. I've had plenty of contracts all over that state and my oldest brother has a couple of summer homes in Dennis, MA.

Anyway, Thunder out.

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 11:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)

bossvol351- You know why the nuclear program was based in Oak Ridge? We picked the least likely place in the country where geniuses might live to confuse the Russians.

Posted by doegem on January 9, 2008 at 11:33 p.m. (Suggest removal)

tngeoff, my home base is about 12 miles north of Detroit and I work about 65 miles west of Philadelphia. It took a lot of wrong turns to get into this situation but I'll take all sympathies offered.

Posted by GerryOP on January 9, 2008 at 11:40 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Interesting Geoff. You do get around. A couple of homes in Dennis? Not too shabby. Some friends tried to get me into the Cape scene, South Yarmouth, but I found it rather depressing. People up there do not have a sense of humor. They have never forgiven the USA for not putting the Capital in Boston. But, probably not as bad as where doegem is!

Are you still in Pennsyltucky on business?

Be well!

Posted by volchamp on January 9, 2008 at 11:42 p.m. (Suggest removal)

come on man with the memphis stuff, I live here and its not that bad..... in broad daylight

Posted by kingofmemphis on January 9, 2008 at 11:43 p.m. (Suggest removal)

IPOrange - If there were a sheep breeding event, I'm sure you'd take home the blue ribbon.

Posted by GerryOP on January 9, 2008 at 11:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

doegem, 65 miles west of Philly? Lancaster Co? Didn't think they had cars there?!?!?! Just kidding!! From what you say about your plight, you have my sympathies!

Posted by doegem on January 9, 2008 at 11:47 p.m. (Suggest removal)

tngeoff--I last lived in TN in '79 -- my road to Michigan was long and winding, going through Alabama (thank God for the Vols wins in '82-'85), Pennsylvania, Arkansas, Indiana, Pennsylvania again and New Mexico.

Posted by dfreeman on January 9, 2008 at 11:48 p.m. (Suggest removal)

kingofmemphis - when Oak Ridge was picked as one of the Manhattan Project sites in 1942, the Russians were still considered Allies!! Genious!! The program (the Manhattan Project) wasn't based just in Oak Ridge. There was Los Alamos and Hanford as well. Los Alamos was plutonium production and Oak Ridge was Uranium enrichment!!

Posted by doegem on January 9, 2008 at 11:57 p.m. (Suggest removal)

GerryOP-- Berks Co -- no cars, just frames and those aren't mfg'd here -- If I'm lucky (haven't been, yet) the company will close down this facility and transfer me to MI (yeah, some luck) so I can actually live with my wife on a daily basis.

Posted by utmdm on January 10, 2008 at 12:01 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Well, don't like the sound of this...

CSTV.com:
A source inside the Tennessee football program confirms that former Michigan offensive coordinator Mike DeBord did interview for the open offensive coordinator position today in Knoxville. Dave Clawson, who was the leading candidate as late as Monday night, does not appear to be in line for the job, which now could go to DeBord.

Posted by GerryOP on January 10, 2008 at 12:03 a.m. (Suggest removal)

doegem, hang in there and keep the faith. Sounds like after what you have been through you deserve a bit of good luck! There is always hope. Be well.

Posted by GerryOP on January 10, 2008 at 12:12 a.m. (Suggest removal)

This Debord-guy does not sound very impressive to me, I don't care who he brings with him.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_DeBord

Posted by volchamp on January 10, 2008 at 1:34 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Bossvol

yeah bartletts safe...for now.

sorry im a rookie to all of this being a senior in college. But with three years at UT I learned alot, this is where I get most of my info about what is going on up there.

born and raised in memphis though. Ill be here with the cockroaches after the big one!

Posted by TommyJack on January 10, 2008 at 2:11 a.m. (Suggest removal)

GerryOP: Geoff is from a large family. lol

Posted by utchris2003 on January 10, 2008 at 2:18 a.m. (Suggest removal)

dfreeman and every other Vol-

Please let me apologize for the queenofmemphis. Not all of us Memphians are that bad. Well those of us who wear Orange. I have lived in Memphis and Knoxville (did undergrad there) and have to say that I would love to go back to Knoxville if I did not have such a wonderful job and family here.

Most of the Memphis fans here are bandwagon fans who come out of the closet when the teams start winning. Their best team on campus is the Trap Shooting team (National Champs). Most of the basketball team are thugs. Talked to a member of the U of M police recently who was so disgusted at the fact that Dorsey has committed at least 30 or so offenses that the ordinary person would be jailed for, but the higher ups continue to cover it up. He apparently is down to his last offence NCAA wise on failed drug tests. Had another player there tell a friend that coach Cal said he could get him a job at McDonald's making $50 an hour and he would only have to come clock in and out.

One last thing. Two different college coaches have told me that Callipari is widely considered the biggest dirtball recruiter in most coaching circles.

Queen, Elvis has been dead for over 30 years now, so cry your tear and leave the Tennessee message boards for the Tennessee fans, not the Tiger High fans.

Posted by slovog on January 10, 2008 at 6:17 a.m.

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Posted by drwfocus on January 10, 2008 at 8:08 a.m. (Suggest removal)

It was stated in the newspaper this morning that Mallet's Father said if he comes to the VOLS he will bring his coaches with him. Sounds a bit Clausen-ish. If so do we need another few years of that type of saga?

Posted by ATLVOL1 on January 10, 2008 at 8:35 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Does anyone have any insight into what todays "big announcement" might be?

Posted by VolnDothan on January 10, 2008 at 9:59 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Where did you hear there's a big announcement today ATLVOL1?

By the way, at first I was giddy of hearing that Mallett might trasfer to UT. Then I started using my brain. Do we really want a malcontent on our team? He's quoted in an ESPN srticle "I'll always be a Michigan man, even though for the next few years I'll be wearing the colors of a different school." Do you guys want someone like this sporting OUR freakin' colors?!?! I don't. That's I have to say about that...

Posted by JWilly on January 10, 2008 at 9:59 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I like Memphis, it's a cool place.

Posted by govols57 on January 10, 2008 at 10:08 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Why is everyone not sold on Crompton? Why would he get beat out? Don't forget that in 2005 coming out of high school is was rated the No. 2 pro-style quarterback in the country as well. He is much faster than Ainge could ever dream of and is much faster than Mallett. Crompton is the real deal!! Here are Crompton's Specs coming out of high school

http://tennessee.rivals.com/viewprosp...

Posted by ATLVOL1 on January 10, 2008 at 10:10 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Crompton still have the same arm strength after shoulder surg. 2 years ago?

Posted by ballewville6 on January 10, 2008 at 10:21 a.m. (Suggest removal)

if the coaches come and mallot follows it will make all the others play harder for the playing time and the best will stat wheter it is cromp,or bj,nick or mallot ,you are all like me you just want a winnat ut ,also the coaches were recruiters at michigan and we lost troop and cut and others so getting coaches from a big time school in michigan we might get more 4 and 5 star recruits from there area to go along with our recruiting area ,go vols!

Posted by pdhuff on January 10, 2008 at 10:48 a.m. (Suggest removal)

atlvol1 8:35am re- "big surprise". TJ and I are still awaiting. Shouldn't be much longer.

Posted by drwfocus on January 10, 2008 at 10:50 a.m. (Suggest removal)

jwilly - the only thing you know about Memphis is ribs!

Posted by TNPilgrim on January 10, 2008 at 11:04 a.m. (Suggest removal)

The entire Shelby county should be given to Ark. or Miss. In fact, the rest of the state would probably pay extra taxes to bribe one of those state to take it.

Posted by invisiblekid on January 10, 2008 at 11:43 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Good question ATLVOL, same thing I have been wondering. We didn't get to see him do much this year but I believe Crompton's velocity is a down a little from high school. Still believe he has more than enough to get things done though.

Posted by utchris2003 on January 10, 2008 at 11:45 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Memphis is really not that bad. I have only been carjacked once today and it is already 11 am. Although it may help that its raining really hard.

Actually I moved right across the line to Mississippi where it is safer and cheaper, so you better go calling Arkansas if your looking to get rid of the city bc most people down here moved here for a reason.

Posted by Basketball_Jones on January 10, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I don't care what Crompton did in HS, what can he do in college. Alot of kids look like studs in HS then suck in college (see Chris Sims).

Posted by FWBVol on January 10, 2008 at 1:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm hoping Clawson is the guy. I agree with those who have expressed wanting the Loeffler/Clawson package. DeBord might be a nice position coach, but I really can't see someone that has been a HC and OC in his last two jobs take a spot as tight ends coach. I could be wrong, but I believe since Michigan fired the coaches for RR to bring in his own people, the guys should get paid for the 2008 season as they were under a two-year contract.

Being patient is hard right now, but I trust CPF will do the right thing. I would bet my last dollar he has two of the three coaches in place by the weekend when the recruits visit.

Posted by orangebloodgmc on January 10, 2008 at 1:42 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I too trust Coach Phil to come up with somebody.

What has Crompton done in college? I thought he held his own as a freshman in his first college start vs. LSU. Just maybe he will be even stronger, wiser and better-prepared as a junior.

Posted by tngeoff on January 10, 2008 at 2 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Jonathan Crompton

http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZSOCRlCMfNw

Posted by tngeoff on January 10, 2008 at 2:01 p.m. (Suggest removal)

On the fly. No news I see. BIG ANNOUNCEMENT COMING!

Thunder out

Posted by pdhuff on January 10, 2008 at 4:36 p.m. (Suggest removal)

tngeoff, when you settle in, pls keep me and TJ up to the minute on the "big surprise". Sitting on pins and needles is getting harder by the hour. Watching and awaiting.

Posted by volguy40 on January 10, 2008 at 5:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Sources close to the Tennessee football program have told CSTV.com that Dave Clawson has accepted the offensive coordinator position with the Vols.

As CSTV.com first reported earlier in the week, Clawson, the head coach at FCS-affiliated Richmond, was among the leading candidates for the job after interviewing in Knoxville Monday. An announcement is expected to come down Friday.

Clawson guided the Spiders to the FCS semifinals this past season where they lost to eventual national champion Appalachian State. He was named the 2002 I-AA Coach of the Year and had previously been the offensive coordinator with Villanova.

from cstv

Posted by TommyJack on January 10, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. (Suggest removal)

PD: I've eaten almost a dozen just waiting. GitRdun before I eat mself into oblivion.

Posted by inquiry on January 10, 2008 at 7:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I hear Jonathan Crompton has been dating one of Fulmer's girls.. I don't think that's really smart, cause he could still end up sitting on the bench, and after seeing him a few times this year, he looks lazy and lacksadasial to me like he thinks he's got it made in the shade at UT for some reason.. I think this might wake Jon Crompton up some and push him back to the level he played in High School in NC before he got to the big leagues.. I'm not 100% I'm comfortable with Crompton at QB next fall at this point.