Breaking: I,m going nowhere Tennessee’s star debunked rumor

On September 21, Tennessee will play its first SEC game against a new opponent in Oklahoma. One of the Volunteers’ defensive linemen, who was expected to use the transfer portal, will be sitting on the sidelines for that game.

According to a report that surfaced yesterday, Jayson Jenkins would access the portal.

Jayson Jenkins, a defensive lineman, was rumored to be planning to use the spring transfer portal to find a new college football home.

Despite playing in six games last season, Jenkins—a three-star recruit from the class of 2022—only registered four tackles.

Jenkins appeared to be leaving Knoxville and not coming back, but circumstances changed. He logged into the portal twenty-four hours after the report was released.

Jayson Jenkins plans not to use the NCAA transfer site, according to 247sports.com. “Jenkins never officially submitted paperwork to add his name to the transfer portal before deciding to return to Tennessee,” claims Ryan Callahan of 247sport.com.

Jayson Jenkins, a defensive lineman for Tennessee, decided not to use the NCAA transfer portal less than a day later. The tale is available at @247SportsPortal@RyanCallahan247.

Tennessee Lost Its Top Attacker Through The Portal

The fact that a player who only recovered four tackles the previous season is staying in the program may not seem like a big deal, but the more depth you can maintain along your defensive line, the better.

Elijah Herring, the top tackler on the Volunteers, just joined the portal last week. They couldn’t afford to lose another player after they already lost one on the defensive end of the ball.

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Rankings of Cornerbacks in College Football: NFL Draft Prospects for 2024

While wide receivers are strong and quarterbacks are the talk of the 2024 NFL Draft, cornerback may be the position with the strongest combination of depth and reliable starters. For every person, there is something. There are several fighters who can go physical on Day 3, a lot of speed throughout the board, and everything in between. The 2024 NFL Draft rankings for cornerback prospects are listed in the CFN Top 30.Top 5 | 6-10 | 11-20 | QB | RB | WR | TE | Cs | OG | OT DT | Edge | LB | Safs | @PeteFiutakCBs

NFL DRAFT 30 CORNERBACK RANKINGS 2024 Tennessee / Kamal Hadden 5-11, 179, Forecast: Unrestricted Agent12 PBU, 6 INT, and 87 tacklesFrom the perspective of college football, Kamal Hadden: After joining Tennessee from the JUCO ranks, the slender veteran became a competent playmaker in his third season. Although he missed the entire season with the Vols due to a shoulder injury, his length and speed will make him a serious candidate.

29 Washington State 5-10, 184; Chau Smith-Wade Forecast: Unrestricted Agent17 PBU, 3 INT, and 103 tacklesWade, Chau Smith From the standpoint of college football: He plays quicker than his 4.54 time, but he’s a good all-around athlete who is a little too slow. With his toughness, he can hang with the bigger receivers; he’s a baller who could stick if he puts up a strong first camp performance.

In Maryland, at 28 Tarheb Still 6-0, 189 Projection: 21 PBUTarheeb, 6 INT, 166 tackles in the sixth round Nevertheless, From The Viewpoint Of College Football: Over the last three years, he has consistently produced as a strong tackler with a very physical style, akin to safety. Despite intercepting a lot of passes in his first two years, he only produced one pick until his senior year, when he produced five.

27 ARKANSAS, DWIGHT MCGLOTHERN 6-2, 185 Forecast: Fourth Cycle113 stops, 8 interceptions, 23 sacks—Wright McGlothern From the standpoint of college football: Tall, quick, and swift, he played his college career at LSU before spending the last two seasons as a quiet, potent playmaker at Arkansas. He was erratic overall, coming up with seven picks and breaking up sixteen passes. Although he isn’t the best starter, he can still be used in a rotation.

27 ARKANSAS, DWIGHT MCGLOTHERN 6-2, 185 Forecast: Fourth Cycle113 stops, 8 interceptions, 23 sacks—Wright McGlothern From the standpoint of college football: Tall, quick, and swift, he played his college career at LSU before spending the last two seasons as a quiet, potent playmaker at Arkansas. He was erratic overall, coming up with seven picks and breaking up sixteen passes. Although he isn’t the best starter, he can still be used in a rotation.

Pennsylvania State 5-11, 191, 25 Kalen King Forecast: Unrestricted Agent25 PBU, 3 INT, and 80 tacklesFrom the perspective of college football, Kalen King: 4.61. The 40 time is very slow, and many teams might decide not to start it. However, he is a competent football player who was a decent tackler in 2022 and broke up 18 passes. He had a little slump in 2023, and if he can’t get over his lack of tools to make an immediate impression in camp, he might be cut quickly. However, if he can establish himself as a third down defender, he might stick around.

24 Michael Wallace, Jr. 5-11, 185, Projected: 170 tackles, 3 interceptions, 28 points gainedJosh Wallace, From The Viewpoint Of College Football: After four years of excellence at UMass, he joined Michigan for one season and performed well enough to be a reliable cornerback. Being a self-starting team leader, he overcomes a number of deficiencies by being prepared to jump right into the mix. These deficiencies include size, lightning-fast speed, and collegiate interceptions.

23 USC 6-0, 201; CHRISTIAN ROLAND-WALLACE Forecast: Unrestricted Agent24 PBU, 4 INT, and 206 tacklesRoland-Christopher Wallace From the standpoint of college football: With four years at Arizona before moving to USC for the previous season, he has a wealth of experience. Good at tackling, he can mix things up and even appear to be a safety at times, but when it comes to him, it’s all about his time spent online. You’re hoping for a rookie to step in for an experienced backup.

Dec. 22, Decaderian Richardson, Miss. State 6-2, 188 Fourth Round: 177 tackles, 0 interceptions, 10 pointsBUDecamerion Richardson, Examining College Football From A Different Angle: He’s a productive all-around player with 4.34 speed who plays more physical than his little body. He’s also a great tackler. The issue? He’s more of a tweener and does good when the ball is in the air; he needs to be a rotational corner.

21 PITT 5-11, 186, M.J. DEVONSHIRE Projection: 23 PBUM, 8 INT, 89 tackles in the sixth round.J. Devonshire, From the standpoint of college football: The equipment is available. He has a strong frame and length to play bigger than his stature, runs a 4.45, and is well-built. He was a reserve at Kentucky, but by his sixth season, he had established himself as a reliable playmaker defending the pass at Pitt. He’ll be a good option to start at the place on Day 3.QB | RB | WR | TE | Cs | OG | OTDT | Edge | LB | Safs | @PeteFiutakCBs Top 5 | 6-10 | 11-20 | 2024 NFL Draft Rankings