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Vols lean on Bishop, DE depth ahead of Texas A&M game
KNOXVILLE — DeSean Bishop’s continued growth has made him a driving force in Tennessee’s offense, while a pair of defensive ends have stepped into expanded roles as the Volunteers prepare for Saturday’s road matchup at Texas A&M. Running backs coach De’Rail Sims and LEOs coach Andrew Jackson met with the media Tuesday ahead of the No. 9/9 Vols’ upcoming matchup against the Aggies, discussing Bishop’s impact and the development of Jordan Norman and Mariyon Dye. Kickoff at Kyle Field is set for 3 p.m. ET on ESPN. Sims didn’t hesitate when asked whether Bishop belongs in the Heisman Trophy conversation, pointing to the senior’s production, leadership and ability to take over games, particularly in the second half. The Maxwell Award semifinalist leads the FBS in second-half carries (109), rushing yards (661), rushing touchdowns (10) and first downs (32). “There’s no doubt about it. He deserves it,” Sims said. “When you sit up here and talk about the best player in college football, okay statistically, it is what it is, but the best player in college football for his team is D. Bishop.” While Bishop’s impact is evident on Saturdays, Sims said his favorite part of the season has been watching
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Tennessee Football. Photo via @Vol_Football on X. UPDATE: Tennessee returned to McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville and has boarded the plane, it will take off shortly, the game remains as originally scheduled (9:39 p.m. ET) UPDATE: On3 reports that Tennessee is headed to the airport (9:07 p.m. ET) UPDATE: ESPN reports that Tennessee plans to…