As the Bulldogs have an opportunity to make a statement against Vanderbilt, Tyrus Wheat will have to be the reason why on defense.
Standing at 6-foot-2, 260 pounds, Wheat is a prototypical linebacker fit for the modern game. Able to get to the quarterback and time blitzes, his knack for the game continues to be on full display.
As Wheat is a raw talent with tremendous upside, he must learn to set the edge. That said, he has posted 17 total tackles, 12 solos thus far in the season. Additionally, Wheat has recorded 2.5 sacks and recovered a fumble.