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Tennessee’s most important players of 2019: No. 3 — Alontae Taylor

It’s safe to say that Jeremy Pruitt raised a few eyebrows last year when he decided to move Alontae Taylor - who was a receiver coming out of high school - to cornerback.

Pruitt proved himself correct in thinking that Taylor could handle the starting job. He had a quick start to the year and even though he struggled toward the end, he proved himself to be one of the most important players on defense.

He may even be one of the most important players on the team.

At 6-foot, 193-pounds, Taylor possess an ideal of size, strength, and speed that is coveted at his position.