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I hate that- hopefully George can get it done or Palardy can do a 180.

Ditto

Sheist, I really hate that. Given the way crutin is going I wish we'd bite the bullet and put this kid on scholarship.

I understand your comments and can't say I entirely disagree with them. But I think the general train of thought on that is that it would not shed a good light on the program or UT if a scholly was pulled because a player didn't live up to their potential. Right now we need to give elite recruits every reason possible to say yes to Tennessee, not another reason to say no. But your concern with Darr is not unfounded.

I wish him the best of luck. I hope our kicking game will be much improved this year. Does anyone have any kind of update on Bullocks injury?

O in NC- I would have to respectfully disagree with you in this case as a couple of these guys are going into their 4th year and have done nothing thus far to earn another year's free tuition. The way I see it they have done pretty well for themselves getting 3+ years towards their degrees and everything else that comes with a football scholly (food,books, housing,gear,girls,travel,etc.) thus far. If CBJ and Gang can get a prospect who actually has a chance to produce then it's time to cut 1 or 2 loose if necessary. GBO

On paper I agree with everything you just said. In fact, Palardy and Darr shouldn't have made if past their sophomore years. But in application I would think that would be a detriment to recruiting. Honestly, there are probably 15-20 players on this team, and more than likely many teams, that never live up to expectations. Defensive lineman, linebackers, defensive backs, wide receivers,etc. But their lack of contribution is not as prominent as the kickers' because there is only 2 or 3 kickers on the roster but many at the other positions(QBs excluded). If the university starts pulling schollys due to lack of contribution, especially going into a kid's junior or senior year, I just don't believe that would sit too well with future recruits. So while I personally agree with you on this, realistically it's just not in the best interest of the program.+1 for the discussion.