Our countdown of the most important players to Tennessee football in 2017 continues with Shy Tuttle. Shy has dealt with injury issues during each of his first two seasons with the team. He was part of that five star duo at defensive tackle two years ago when he and Khalil McKenzie committed. It hasn’t quite worked out, but it’s not too late. Tuttle is a big piece for the Vols in 2017.
Terry Lambert: #10
Tuttle’s time so far in Knoxville has been snakebitten. Back to back season ending injuries have derailed his progress to be a consistent force to this point, but the flashes have been there.