Posted by GerryOP on March 11, 2008 at 8:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Full contact, no green jerseys. Good idea.

Posted by thesavageorange on March 11, 2008 at 8:53 p.m. (Suggest removal)

GerryOP ,Agreed.

I can see Berry playing some on offense, but I would be a little cautious on kick returns unless it was a do or die situation.

Posted by FlaVol2 on March 11, 2008 at 8:53 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Berry can play almost anywhere. He is an ATHLETE!

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

If they are smart they will get Berry and Jones on the field as much as possible, Defense, Offense, Special Teams. Let your playmakers make plays, something Cutcliffe had a hard time buying in to.

Posted by WestTNVol70 on March 11, 2008 at 9:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I just want Fulmer to give Clawson a chance to do his job without him trying to micromanage it. Let's see what he can do.

Posted by BigVolinCarolina on March 11, 2008 at 9:20 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I can see this right now if Eric Berry goes on offense for a few plays here and there. Each time he goes in, it'll be obvious that we're trying to go to him.

I'v seen this before. Remember Eric Locke?

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

I'm sure that Clawson would recognize Berry as a playmaker and find ways to get him the ball as needed.

Posted by vol_in_lsu_land on March 11, 2008 at 9:36 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm sold on the "getting the ball to a playmaker" thing, but I sure hope our defense doesn't suffer for it.

Posted by creepykev on March 11, 2008 at 9:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I hope they remember to include the lists this year. With such brilliant ideas how can we lose?

Posted by General_Watermelon on March 11, 2008 at 9:53 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I like Berry on offense too. The guy would excel at any position.

Posted by cdldoc on March 11, 2008 at 10:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)

How can a site be so full of nattering nabobs of negativity? Did you come over from gayterland?

Posted by burntorangeVOLffle on March 11, 2008 at 10:24 p.m. (Suggest removal)

cdldoc,

If there is one thing I've learned about posting on the internet over the past 10 years or so, on any subject, is that the negative vocal minority post the most. And they will never be happy and always think they know it all.

Posted by nicksjuzunk on March 11, 2008 at 10:31 p.m. (Suggest removal)

BigVolinCarolina,

I see your point but then you have a decoy to open it up for someone else. As long as they will use him for a decoy at times. I am also reminded of Kelley "The Future" Washington against LSU in the regular season his freshman year. Everyone including my grandmother and Nostradamus knew he was getting the ball. It didn't matter. Kelley scolded LSU like small children and had his way because he was a fantastic athlete.

The problem with G-gun is that Gerald ran the ball... period. If that cat drops back and starts tossin the cheese to one of our mouseketeers streaking down the field or pitches it to one of our RB's... then THAT can open things up.

Get the ball to Berry. He's a football player. Chances are he'll be alright.

Posted by rsarazen on March 11, 2008 at 10:33 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Here's a thought; use Berry as a decoy and throw or run to someone else. Do that when you bring him in on offense the first couple of times to sucker the opponent and then go to him when least expected. I'm the least qualified to be a coach but why do these ideas come from people like me and others who respond passionatley about UT football and not from actual coaches who study the game? There is a syndrome called overlooking the obvious and doing the usual. This is why Spurrier for years always commented after beating us; "same ole Tennessee". I believe that Clawson will get the opportunity to embed creativity to our snoring offense. I'm excited about this year. GO VOLS !

Posted by ThurmondEppy on March 11, 2008 at 10:40 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm gargling a fritter, and I'm not exactly sure what that means.

Posted by ClearVol on March 11, 2008 at 11:12 p.m. (Suggest removal)

The comparison to Locke is not a good one. That kid was about 5'6" in cleats, sure he could run but thats about the extent of it. A better comparison... I say "remember Carl Pickens?"

Posted by anthony on March 11, 2008 at 11:58 p.m. (Suggest removal)

A great article, i can see us having a great year offensively confusing the defenses with our new coaches and schemes. Go Vols win 'em all!!

Posted by LargeOrange on March 11, 2008 at 11:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Remember what alabmmer and Deuce McCalister did to us? Everyone in the stadium and at home knew he was going to get the ball and we still couldn't stop him. It can work.

Posted by agr_vol on March 12, 2008 at 12:07 a.m. (Suggest removal)

huh, i could have swore duece played for ole miss

Posted by nicksjuzunk on March 12, 2008 at 12:08 a.m. (Suggest removal)

LargeOrange,

Deuce was from Ole Miss. But yeah, great players make plays.

Posted by nicksjuzunk on March 12, 2008 at 12:28 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I don't know if we ever played against Deuce but I'll assume that LargeOrange is taking a Shaun Alexander angle.

Posted by givehim6 on March 12, 2008 at 1:13 a.m. (Suggest removal)

It would be great to see berry & other players to play off. some. Also spec. teams. Maybe some defenceive guys one offence, or spec. teams. Wait I'm confused, anyway mix it up, other teams would not know who or what thay were going to get.

Posted by LargeOrange on March 12, 2008 at 1:14 a.m. (Suggest removal)

OK, I am drawing a blank, it wasn't deuce, I was trying to recall. Someone help me , who was the Alabama runner that lined up behind center and we all knew he would run for the win and he did and we couldn't stop him? But the point is relevent for Tebow and others.

Posted by brdteton on March 12, 2008 at 2:08 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Umm,,

Yeah, I guess I am getting old...

But I r'mber Tennessee dominating McCallister at Ole Misszzzlipppii, and also Alexander at ALAbubba..

Dern, Ole age sux.

Teton Vol

Posted by chrisw2967 on March 12, 2008 at 3:17 a.m. (Suggest removal)

largeorange , I think you might be talking about David Palmer when he lined up at QB and ran it in from like the 2 yd line ? Im pretty sure he was the one.

Posted by tngeoff on March 12, 2008 at 4:41 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Berry is a superstar and can and will do whatever he's asked to do and make a difference for the team. If this was the Big 10 (11 teams - but who's counting and who would question such a brain trust as to the accuracy of their count?) he would already be being touted as a Heistman candidate. Add offense and kick returns and the press would be all over it. A shame the SEC doesn't get the same Heistman look. Yes...Florida has cranked out a couple of quarterbacks and there have been a couple of running backs from around the league...but imagine a big mouthed defensive back from the Big Ten beating out the most prolific college quarterback (you know..that guy who won the Super Bowl that nafslov loves to degrade) of all time who's numbers eclipsed the Heistman quarterback winner just the year before (Danny Wuerffel - Florida). Yup. Just imagine. Help remove the "t" from Heistman by honoring a player from THE University with the "T", Berry for Heisman!

Posted by redstickvol on March 12, 2008 at 8:02 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Guys I think we are not pointing out the most obvious player who could dominate even though we knew what he was going to do and when he was going to do it. Tim "Teabag" Tebow. 99% of the time he came in for Leak two years ago, he ran the ball off tackle and yet he still was successful. I think with the right package, any athlete can be effective on any play. That's why I'm so excited about Clawson as he has said from the get go that his goal is to get the ball to athletes in space. Just my 2 cents.

Posted by VOLinDAWGland on March 12, 2008 at 8:19 a.m. (Suggest removal)

tngoeff,
'Heistman'...unintentional Freudian slip? LOL...mentioning Big 10 and Heisman as Heistman is too funny, intentional or not.

Posted by VOLinDAWGland on March 12, 2008 at 8:20 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I should have finished your post before commenting...you did mean 'Heistman'. Very good.

Posted by GreerVol22 on March 12, 2008 at 8:43 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I'm on the fence on this one. One side I can see just putting the athletes in positions to make plays O or D.

Other side, I sure would like to have a "face" on defense. We have not have that fear factor since Al Wilson. Having Berry known as the "come my way boy and I'll take your damn head off" face would be a great thing to restore at Old UT.

Posted by tngeoff on March 12, 2008 at 9 a.m. (Suggest removal)

VOLinDAWGland.

Thanks Bro'! I am really anxious to see Berry again. He has impressed me more than anyone in a long, long time. There are many things about the 2008 Volunteer football team that are reason for optimism. I really think the offense will be formidable. I am worried about the overall defense and the defensive scheme in general...but for now...the stories are about the positives...and Lord knows...I need some positive stuff! Keep the Faith!

Posted by pdhuff on March 12, 2008 at 9:03 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I have an idea. Get your thinking out of the 50s and 60s. Two-way players!!! What about turn signals on top of '53 Chevy p/u fenders?

Entitle this thought, get Berry hurt or winded when we need him on"D". Jeez.

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 9:07 a.m. (Suggest removal)

yawn....let me know when were relevant in football again

Posted by posivol on March 12, 2008 at 9:37 a.m.

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Posted by jweaver3 on March 12, 2008 at 9:38 a.m. (Suggest removal)

PearlOwnsFulmer, Let us know when you are relevant in ANYTHING!!!
GO VOLS
TXVOLSFAN

Posted by jweaver3 on March 12, 2008 at 9:40 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Are we not reigning SEC East Champions??? I guess relevance is in the eyes of the beholder???
GO VOLS
TXVOLSFAN

Posted by bigorangedude on March 12, 2008 at 9:43 a.m. (Suggest removal)

The way Berry played last year, I say put him wherever he wants to play! The guy is a superstar. Im looking for a great season this year with all this talent we have!

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 9:50 a.m. (Suggest removal)

yawn....let me know when were relevant in football again

Nobody around the country notices we play anymore

Posted by MemfrisVOL on March 12, 2008 at 10:02 a.m.

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

Posted by chrisw2967 on March 12, 2008 at 3:17 a.m. (Suggest removal) largeorange , I think you might be talking about David Palmer when he lined up at QB and ran it in from like the 2 yd line ? Im pretty sure he was the one.

Yes, thank-you, it was driving me nuts, I'll never forget the play but could not remember his name to save my life. Thanks Chrisw2967.

Posted by bigorangedude on March 12, 2008 at 10:18 a.m. (Suggest removal)

posivol I agree with you about PearlOwnsFulmer, but when you use obscene language like you did in your last post, its offensive to many, including myself, it doesnt match the name posivol. Stay positive posivol, it better suits you!
Also just so you know, I didnt press "suggest removal" that was someone else

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 10:23 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Sorry Orange kool-aid drinkers. Perception is reality and the perception from the national media is were not relevant anymore. SEC East title and all.

How many times did Fulmer appear on any show on ESPN that has coaches on last year?

Answer: 0

Reason? Were boring and non-relevant

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 10:26 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Posted by jweaver3 on March 12, 2008 at 9:38 a.m. (Suggest removal)

PearlOwnsFulmer, Let us know when you are relevant in ANYTHING!!!

Hey jweaver - look at my username. If thats relevant enough for you I really don't know what to tell you.

Posted by bigorangedude on March 12, 2008 at 10:32 a.m. (Suggest removal)

PearlOwnsFulmer The reason Fulmer isnt on a bunch of talk shows is because he isnt a show off type of a person who always has to be heard from, like some in here. Also with a east division title this year, I'd say a lot of SEC coaches would have loved to have been as non-relevant as coach Fulmer. And also I like orange kool-aid, you must be drinking another colored kool-aid laced with some drug. Are you a Bama fan? You kind of act like one! just curious?

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 10:45 a.m. (Suggest removal)

bigorangedude - so was Fulmer a big show off in the 90's? He was on a lot of ESPN shows back then.

Here are the coaches that appeared more than Fulmer on national media shows last season.

Urban Meyer
Mark Richt
Steve Spurrier
Bobby Johnson
Rich Brooks
Nick Saban
Tommy Tuberville
Sylvester Croom
Les Miles
Houston Nutt

I do not recall good ole' Ed Orgeron appearing on any national shows.

So, I guess him and Fulmer are the only coaches in SEC football that are not show off personalities?

Thanks

Posted by bigorangedude on March 12, 2008 at 10:51 a.m. (Suggest removal)

PearlOwnsFulmer I knew it, you are a BAMA fan!

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 10:55 a.m. (Suggest removal)

wow bigorangedude. I come with facts and you call me a bama fan. All I care about is Tennessee and Tennessee only. Enjoy the kool-aid buddy

Posted by MemfrisVOL on March 12, 2008 at 10:59 a.m. (Suggest removal)

PearlOwns,
Go cheer for:
Urban Meyer
Mark Richt
Steve Spurrier
Bobby Johnson
Rich Brooks
Nick Saban
Tommy Tuberville
Sylvester Croom
Les Miles and
Houston Nutt and whoever ESPN tells you to cheer for this fall you tool. We dont need you.
G'ARNGE

Posted by bigorangedude on March 12, 2008 at 11:09 a.m. (Suggest removal)

PearlOwnsFulmer You call saying that Tennessee football isn't relevant as a fact? No thats your opinion. You and Foolmore must be drinking the same crimson colored kool-aid. Your too backwards to be a Vols fan, so you must be a BAMA fan!

Posted by jimed1 on March 12, 2008 at 11:23 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Alabama's David Palmer was called "The Deuce" because he wore #2.

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 11:40 a.m. (Suggest removal)

No thanks Mumphisvol, I won't stop until we have better direction for the school I went to.

Speaking of rooting for other Teams Mumphisvol, are you like all the Memphis fans I met at the Memphis basketball game? They all have a different football team come the fall other than Memphis (including Tennessee).

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Posted by MemfrisVOL on March 12, 2008 at 1:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I dont want things both ways. I get things both ways

Posted by MemfrisVOL on March 12, 2008 at 1:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

also i am a fan of both bball and fball

Posted by missrvrvol on March 12, 2008 at 1:10 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Geez, this same ole crap every year, May play here, may play there. We have become the Ole Miss of the SEC East....

Posted by MemfrisVOL on March 12, 2008 at 1:14 p.m. (Suggest removal)

It doesnt really matter what you believe Foolmore. You are a self loathing Vol fan. Thank God a good basketball season has calmed your insessant whining about everything Orange.

Posted by hglover40 on March 12, 2008 at 1:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I love UT football, and did care what the rest of the country thinks. We have to do more to get attention than other schools cause ESPN hates us.
So shut-up about relevant BS.
The Gators got more attention last year but we played for the SEC and won our bowl game.
The media just hates us.

Posted by bigorangedude on March 12, 2008 at 1:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Foolmore- I didnt realize Bama did that well in basketball this year *LOL*

Posted by nUTsack on March 12, 2008 at 1:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hello all from a long time reader, first time poster.

Posted by KennesawVol on March 12, 2008 at 1:51 p.m. (Suggest removal)

If you win, the media bias takes care of itself.

Posted by nUTsack on March 12, 2008 at 1:56 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I'll second that

Posted by MemfrisVOL on March 12, 2008 at 2:03 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hglov, the gators were defending National Champs and the proud owner of a heisman quarterback (who wears jorts) of course they got more attention. They have a young, offensive minded douschebag coach and we have Phil. It shouldnt matter how our coach interviews or if he blows ESPN analysts and reporters. Im glad he doesnt.

Posted by invisiblekid on March 12, 2008 at 2:22 p.m. (Suggest removal)

“I would say if it happens it happens, if it doesn’t it doesn’t. I just want to focus on defense, but if he does pull me over on offense, that would be nice,” Berry said. “But the way things are looking with Gerald Jones, if it’s not broke don’t fix it.”

Berry gets my vote for team captain this year. Comments like this shows that he understands the team concept. Hope that others can follow his lead.

Posted by 10ACVOL on March 12, 2008 at 2:33 p.m. (Suggest removal)

This is getting ridiculous...points to crappy recruiting in my opinion. Panic by Fulmer, no playmakers on O so he panics and looks anywhere he can to find a spark.
Why would we risk our best player on the team getting hurt doing something he shouldn't be doing in the first place. He's just fine at safety.

I'd love some updates on Morely...

Posted by nUTsack on March 12, 2008 at 2:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)

What he (Berry) should be doing is everything possible to get a win.

Posted by nUTsack on March 12, 2008 at 2:43 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Big mistake to assume an injury before it happens. Would not get the most from a player with this mentallity. Remember: get the playmakers on the field!

Posted by pdhuff on March 12, 2008 at 3:04 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Yeah, we really need to lose Berry to taking a lick rather than administering one in my humble opinion.

People, it will take a miracle to make our "D" 30% better, which I believe is necessary to win 9 games. I don't think it will happen, hope I'm wrong. Thus my predict 7-5.

Remember, look at the total yds for UAB. If they have over 320, sweep out the bunker.

Posted by posivol on March 12, 2008 at 3:06 p.m. (Suggest removal)

bigorangedude--your right and i do apoligize,i was just trying to get a rise out ole foolmore aka bruceownsfullmer aka crvol aka volcr aka tdtn aka oletdtn aka delmer aka nottheslimone aka general fritter aka major-mancrush aka fritterlicker aka adamshack aka on and on and on...........yawn!

just agravating when one person is so determined to get their message out they will use multiple screen names to make it appear their is a large core discontent when in fact it is just ONE insignificant poser.definitly not a VOL fan!

Posted by Silent_Fulmer on March 12, 2008 at 3:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

maybe you should check the IP addresses then poisonvol.

You worry about who posts what and we'll worry about whats right for Tennessee Athletics.

Posted by GoVol on March 12, 2008 at 3:37 p.m. (Suggest removal)

We need Berry to focus on D, not offense. The only way I'd use Berry on offense is as decoy or an end-around with him throwing the ball down field.

We need Berry delivering blows, not taking them...he's too valuable.

We have plenty of talented offensive guys and playmakers without using Berry.

Posted by vol88 on March 12, 2008 at 4 p.m. (Suggest removal)

creepykev...we were undefeated after they did that.

Posted by nUTsack on March 12, 2008 at 4:19 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I would rather have Berry hitting the other teams DB than hitting tailbacks, fullbacks, and tightends if your worried about injuries

Posted by philfan on March 12, 2008 at 5:38 p.m. (Suggest removal)

If Fulmer has promised Berry some offensive play, as the article indicates, then he should be allowed to play both offense and defense. A big recruiting tool is being able to show prospects what we have promised and prove that we have followed through. Credibility is everything.

Posted by hmhawk on March 12, 2008 at 7:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hey PEARLOWNSFULMER.Sorry to have to educate you but ESPN doesn't like us and we don't like them.They are just an unfortunate bump in the road we must endure at times.I'm thankful they only cover one or two games a year.So now you know why CPF wasn't on their broadcasts.

Posted by BluetickBlues on March 12, 2008 at 7:28 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Philfan you are on the money. I'd say Fulmer and Chavis want Berry on offense like they want a hole in their heads. But when Berry speaks you listen.
All we need is Berry and G-gun on the same side of the set. You throw the screen to Jones and watch Berry rip a defenders head off with a vicious block. Next time you fake the screen and send Berry deep.
Or lets one up that with Berry at Qb and Jones at running back for ~5 spread option plays a game. My friends you are talking about unstoppable. You know either one of them can throw the ball, plus the safeties for the other team won't know up from down with those two out there.
I like the idea and I feel like our defense is definately gonna be better this year than last. Which means less plays per game for each defender and more energy for Berry and possibly Vinson to return to the offensive side of the ball on occasion.

You have to love it, you know why?
The other teams defense would be terrified...

Posted by Wilhelm16 on March 12, 2008 at 10:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I don't think it will happen. It's not a situation like with mark jones where he had to play both ways because a lack of playmakers.

Posted by cjraney on March 12, 2008 at 10:28 p.m. (Suggest removal)

pearlownsfulmer-
Maybe you should ask the georgia bulldogs if Tennessee football was relevant last season.

Do you remember what Pearl said before the Memphis game? He was more concerned with winning the SEC, even though the Memphis game was huge nationally. You would do well do remember the same in football: Take care of the SEC and the national picture will take care of itself.

Posted by JackCrevol on March 13, 2008 at 9:03 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Foolmore...do yourself a favor man...just drive it off the road bro...if it's that bad man...

if u dont like the coach..there's a perfectly good team that wears geigh arse red, black and silver, and pretends to have a straight fan base...join them. it's the trendy thing to do...maybe you can even wear a black jersey to sanford stadium...ooh boy.

i know ur on here to get your kicks...but, get a life.

Coach Fulmer is my captain and like it or not jonny is a...well...he ain't comin back mayn.

-Jack

Posted by mloaks on March 14, 2008 at 8:50 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Berry will get hurt on offense. But since he will leave early pro, may as well us him...

Posted by mparker on March 17, 2008 at 11:48 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I would say...use Jones and Berry as receivers or runners only.

The 'wild hog' type crap was novel for a while, but now everyone has seen it and adapted.

Nothing at all wrong with getting those guys the ball 'in space'.

I always loved that term 'in space'. You know, in a way you are 'in space' any time you are walking around outside. Look up, especially at night, and you will realize that all the speparates you from the stars is some gas. Cool, huh.