Running back Jaylen Wright was one of the most efficient runners in school history this season. He was their first rusher to go over 1,000 yards since 2015 while averaging 7.4 yards per carry. He was the offense’s most consistent and explosive playmaker, opening games against Kentucky and Georgia with long touchdown runs.
Center Cooper Mays missed the first few games of the season, and you could tell. Tennessee’s offensive line completely changed for the better when he returned to action, and after he didn’t participate in Senior Day activities against Vanderbilt, he could possibly exercise an additional year of eligibility and return to the 2024 team. Having the leader of the offensive line back would be big for quarterback Nico Iamaleava, the presumed 2023 starter.
At 6-foot-7.5, 330 pounds, Warren is ranked as the No. 8 offensive tackle in the nation and No. 13 overall prospect in Texas, according to 247Sports. Coming from a smaller private school in a public school-dominated state like Texas, Warren hasn’t had the spotlight on the field. He’s excited to take part in the game and test himself against the best.
“I think it’s an amazing blessing,” he said. “I honestly would never bet coming from a small private school I’d end up playing in such a prestigious game with some of the best players in AmericWarren has never seen the game before, but he’s heard it talked about. Warren plans to soak up the experience while he’s there. “I’ve never actually watched it,” he said. “I’ve heard about it. I’ve only ever watched the senior bowl, but never the high school one. I’m looking forward to seeing what it’s about.”
