Tennessee Vols Receive Injury Update on Key Player Ahead of Ohio State Matchup
The Tennessee Vols are gearing up to face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first round of the College Football Playoff this weekend. As both teams prepare for the highly anticipated matchup, the Vols have received a crucial injury update on one of their top players.
According to VolQuest’s Brent Hubbs, wide receiver Squirrel White is expected to play against Ohio State, despite dealing with nagging shoulder injuries throughout the season. However, Hubbs notes that White will not be at 100% capacity, which could potentially impact his playing time.
White’s toughness and dedication to the team are admirable, as he has played in all 12 games this season despite his injuries. His presence on the field will be crucial for the Vols, as he is second on the team in receptions with 33.
However, if White is forced to exit the game due to injury, the Vols may need to rely on other players to fill the void. With the losses they’ve suffered to the transfer portal, Tennessee’s options may be limited. Hubbs suggests that the Vols could utilize tight end Ethan Davis in the slot position, which could provide an unexpected matchup advantage against the Buckeyes.
Davis, a big-bodied athlete with experience playing receiver in high school, could potentially create mismatches and provide a unique threat for the Vols. Alternatively, Tennessee could opt to move Bru McCoy or Chris Brazzell into the slot position, both of whom have experience playing in the red zone.
The Vols’ ability to adapt and adjust their strategy in response to White’s potential limitations will be crucial in determining the outcome of the game. With the winner set to face off against the Oregon Ducks in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff, the stakes are high, and every advantage will count.
Tennessee and Ohio State will kick off at 8:00 PM ET on Saturday night, in what promises to be an electrifying matchup. Will the Vols be able to overcome their injury concerns and secure a victory, or will the Buckeyes prove too strong to overcome? Only time will tell.
