UCLA-Tennessee: Vols Should Temper Expectations Despite Being Favored

It seems every day that passes brings more good news for the Vols—and more bad news for the Bruins. As more crutches show up in Westwood and more players are declared eligible in Knoxville, many in Vol Nation have worked themselves into a frenzy that envisions Dave Clawson's new offense ripping into a vulnerable UCLA defense.  Meanwhile, the Vol D puts the clamps on UCLA's third team quarterback in a game Tennessee wins by scoring at least 40. But let's pump the brakes for a second. Kevin Craft wasn't the primary option at quarterback for the Bruins, true.  They also haven't fully sorted out the offensive line, which could spell trouble for their most viable offensive option in RB Kahlil Bell. However, Tennessee's biggest problem on the West Coast last year—tackling in space—has been a concern in a few preseason scrimmages as well.  UCLA doesn't have Cal's offensive weapons from last year, but if Rico McCoy and the rest of a somewhat inexperienced front ... (link)