Tennessee football has plenty of gaps to fill on the defensive side of the ball. Josh Heupel will have to replace his whole starting defensive line, a unit that was up and down last fall. Not only does Heupel have to recruit players, but he also has to find a new defensive coordinator. Getting the right hire will be crucial as the transfer portal opens very soon.
From a purely football standpoint, the game is won at the line of scrimmage. Yes, it takes all eleven guys working as a cohesive unit, but the big boys up front play the most vital role.