Among the 21 signees were three top-100 prospects, according to the 247Sports Composite, led by four-star defensive back signee Keshawn Lawrence of Ensworth School in Nashville, Tenn. Four-star defensive line signee Omari Thomas of Briarcrest Christian School in Eads, Tenn., and four-star quarterback signee Harrison Bailey of Marietta (Ga.) High School also finished as top-100 prospects. His comfort in the box makes him a natural nickleback possibility. Rocky Top has numerous targets still out there, and they are also hoping to lock up the 18 commitments they already have. He'll be a hybrid linebacker/lineman edge rusher in Tennessee's scheme, a role he played at Lake Gibson. He helped solidified UT’s recruiting at running back. His speed gave defenses fits. Anyway, in this post, we’re going to keep tabs on everything related to Tennessee football throughout the early signing period. After securing their first strongside commitment in Reginald Perry, the Vols got the big fish in the pond on that front early in the afternoon. He had 1,000 rushing yards and 15 TDs for the season, despite missing three games with a turf toe injury. Tennessee signed 21 players to national letters of intent Wednesday, the opening day of the three-day early signing period. Tennessee bolstered its spot in the recruiting rankings Wednesday on national signing day. He’s a willing tackler in run support. Will the Vols miss out on anybody else they expect to sign? All rights reserved. Here is everything to focus on related to the Volunteers. Holiday completed 63.5% of his passes for 1,020 yards with nine touchdowns and four interceptions this season, while adding 1,401 rushing yards. 247 Composite: 4-star, No. He also took an official visit to Washington State in December, but the Cougars aren't believed to be major contenders. But other teams near them in the team rankings are likely to make additions on signing day, too, meaning that any late additions made by teams such as Oklahoma, Texas, Michigan, Oregon and Penn State could make it more difficult for Tennessee to climb into the top 10. His father, Patrick Abernathy, works in player development on Jeremy Pruitt’s staff. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. The final word: French played mostly inside linebacker for Whitehaven but offers the prospect of versatility for the Vols. He played all over the field in high school, on both offense and defense. He played defensive line and offensive line for Knoxville Catholic, and played his entire senior season with a fractured foot. He's nicknamed "Big O" for a reason, but he's also athletic and quick for his size. The possibility of Mays returning to Tennessee to play with younger brother Cooper had been a source of speculation but always seemed like a long shot. He will play on the offensive line in college. But they likely will need some help around them in the standings. New, 1 comment. 5 strongside DE. 50% off Annual VIP Pass first year. He’s the No. He was selected to the All-American Bowl. 1. He's expected to choose between Tennessee and Florida on Wednesday morning. He makes tackles from sideline to sideline and plays with good instincts. Ole Miss has received one prediction for Wideman on the 247Sports Crystal Ball coming off his visit with the Rebels, but he remains a legitimate possibility for the Vols and a bit of a wild card going into signing day. Update: Jimmy Holiday decommitted from the TCU Horned Frogs and signed with the Vols Wednesday morning. He used his speed off the edge to terrorize high school quarterbacks. Wideman, a Top247 prospect from Venice (Fla.) High School, has been committed to Florida State for almost nine months but recently has continued exploring other options. Taking The Temperature Of SEC East Fan Bases (Late... Watch Live.