Cornerbacks Build for Elite Tests | Tennessee Volunteers Football News

Tennessee’s cornerback unit is getting a C-plus grade from coach Derek Jones — not for wins, but for fundamentals like tackling and stance. With elite competition ahead, Jones stresses building consistency week by week, especially as fatigue sets in. Four missed tackles last game could’ve cost big plays, and with limited tackling reps, mental readiness is key. His fast crew — four players over 22 mph — are primed for deep coverage, eager to prove they can run with and make plays on anyone. Jones’ message? Detail matters more than ever — be ready for every scenario, even the ones that don’t show up in every game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/football/everything-coach-derek-jones-said-ahead-of-tennessee-vs-kennesaw-state-01m2k45tnj0w More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a9acde126a51626e Report issues to [email protected].