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Tennessee’s search for immediate help up front has paid off with a commitment from JUCO defensive end Jordan Allen. The three star pass rusher announced his intention to sign with the Vols tonight.
Three-star California juco DE/LB Jordan Allen (@dontsleeponj) just announced that he's signing with the #Vols.
— Ryan Callahan (@RyanCallahan247) December 21, 2017
Allen is the second ranked weak side defensive end prospect in the JUCO ranks. He comes from the City College of San Francisco. Allen visited Knoxville last weekend.
The Vols didn’t do much in terms of rushing the passer during the 2017 season as they attempted to replace Derek Barnett. With Jeremy Pruitt in town, Tennessee is likely going to move to more of a 3-4 base look. Allen fits the bill of an edge rusher that could step in a help right off the bat.
Here’s a look at what Allen can offer.