KNOXVILLE – Tennessee’s football team is dealing with its share of problems during an off week before hosting South Carolina on Oct. 14.
What running backs coach Robert Gillespie is facing is not really so bad, though.
“I have a good problem,” Gillespie said Wednesday. “I have a lot of guys that deserve to play. There have been times this year when I’ve played all four guys. Whether it’s two snaps, three snaps or four snaps, I’ve got a group of guys that I want to get in the game.”
Though largely contained in a 41-0 loss to Georgia last week, John Kelly continues to lead the Southeastern Conference in rushing and all-purpose yards.
Behind him on the depth chart, three players continue to impress Gillespie and challenge each other for playing time.