Telander’s Grit Wins New Coordinator Over | Tennessee Volunteers Football News

New defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is already raving about linebacker Jeremiah Telander, calling him the “heart and soul” of Tennessee’s defense and “Mr. Tennessee” — a player who “bleeds orange” with relentless energy, toughness, and an old-school work ethic that coaches love. Knowles praised Telander’s versatility, accountability, and willingness to improve, traits that have long defined his leadership on the field. With Telander’s gritty, no-excuses mentality already earning praise from the new staff, his presence signals a major boost for the team’s upcoming season — proving that grit, determination, and leadership are exactly what Tennessee needs to build a winning culture. 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.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/abf89a20e51cc462