Tennessee announced on Wednesday that defensive coordinator John Jancek would not be returning to lead the Volunteers’ defense in 2016.
The move was described in a statement by Butch Jones as a mutual parting of ways.
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Jancek’s departure comes as a bit of a surprise. Tennessee’s defense was greatly improved during his three years on Rocky Top.
The Vols went from 84th in total defense in 2013 to 36th this past season.