KNOXVILLE — Ty Chandler came to Tennessee as not only one of the most recruited players in the state, but in the nation.
The middle Tennessee native flashed why on Saturday. Getting his first extensive run as a Vol in place of the suspended John Kelly, Chandler rushed for a career-high 120 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries.
Did the true freshman’s breakout performance earn him more playing time despite Kelly returning to the field this week?
“Oh god yes,” Tennessee offensive coordinator Larry Scott said earlier this week. “You have to.
“The explosive nature he brings to the offense and he’s one of those guys that you hope to continue to put as many as you can in your program.