Tennessee's Edge Players After Weathersby Injury

Weathersby's Injury

Tyree Weathersby suffered a season-ending knee injury during Tennessee's win over Kentucky in the second half of Saturday's game.

“Tyree Weathersby has suffered a season-ending injury. More: https://t.co/JbQVRgd05L”

Weathersby's Stats

Weathersby recorded seven team-leading sacks and 20 tackles including 8.5 for loss this season.

Immediate Replacements

Mariyon Dye and Jordan Norman are frontrunners to take most snaps with regular play this season.

Opportunity for Harris and Gentle

Freshman Hezekiah Harris and Carson Gentle may earn increased snaps as depth options.

Position Shift

Carson Gentle may play mostly outside due to healthier interior defensive line situation.

Coach Heupel's Expectation

Head coach Josh Heupel stated both Dye and Norman will see increased snaps but young players must step up.

“Those two guys, we got great trust in, and they've played extremely well. There will be some young guys that have to step up as well”

Norman's Statement

Jordan Norman agreed young players must step up after Weathersby's injury.

“You know, obviously i haven't been here long, but i've heard tyree has gone through injuries in the past. So, i told him i'll be looking out for him. It's also about the battles that we don't see, you know. We got to make sure that he has love and support, but obviously it's next man up. We've got to step up our ball game now”

Texas A&M Game

Tennessee faces Texas A&M with the Aggies allowing 18 sacks this season.

Rushing Threat

Texas A&M averages 4.20 yards per carry for 161 yards per game.

Playoff Implications

Tennessee must win to stay in playoff race before final SEC championship game.

Next Game

Tennessee plays Texas A&M in a critical road game before postseason play.