UT to get surprise visit by Timmy Jernigan?

According to Andrew Gribble, Timmy Jernigan a four star DT from Florida plans to take a visit to Tennessee Next Week. Jernigan would be a huge catch for the Defense and help bolster a thin unit.

Defensive tackleOn the Hoof: Thick-necked lineman with traps of a body builder. He has very little bad body weight and actually looks more like a huge inside linebacker than a defensive tackle. His lower body is muscular yet very athletic.

Lake City (FL) Columbia



Ht: 6-foot-2

Wt: 275 lbs

Class: 2011 (High School)






Needs Improvement: Does he have the frame to add enough size to play inside? Has a tendency to play high using strictly his superior athleticism rather than winning the pad level battle. He must improve overall technique to become an every-down defensive tackle.

Most Impressive: His overall athleticism is off the chart and he can chase ballcarriers all over the field. Jernigan is very quick off the ball and a serious pass-rushing threat. His athleticism may allow him to play strongside defensive end in the mold of Dwight Freeney.

Conclusion: His pass-rushing skills and overall athleticism may give him a shot to play early even though he may lack the size. Not many defensive tackles have the speed to cover kicks but this defensive tackle does. Don’t be surprised if he ends up all-conference at defensive end before his career is over.