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Carolina Panthers pick Tennessee’s Cade Mays in 2022 NFL Draft
Tennessee soccer’s Cade Mays was chosen by the Carolina Panthers within the sixth spherical of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Mays, a 6-foot-6, 325-pounder, is a flexible offensive lineman with expertise in any respect 5 positions. However whether or not that flexibility factors to a energy or weak spot is debatable.
Both manner, Mays was a excessive achiever at two SEC applications. He performed 42 video games with 35 begins at Georgia (2018-19) and Tennessee (2020-21) after a adorned highschool profession as a five-star prospect out of Knox Catholic.
In 2021, he was an All-SEC choice for the Vols regardless of lacking three video games attributable to accidents. Right here’s what Mays brings to the NFL.
The positives
Mays could tout probably the most versatility of any offensive lineman on this draft class.
He began at each guard and deal with spots within the SEC. Throughout Senior Bowl practices, he labored out at heart. He additionally performed in vastly completely different blocking schemes for the Bulldogs and Vols.
Mays can drive defenders off the ball, like he largely did in a run-oriented offense at Georgia. And he can defend the passer like he largely did in an up-tempo offense at Tennessee, the place he allowed just one sack in 493 snaps in 2021.
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Mays’ measurement and energy are splendid. He has a strong preliminary punch. He performs a nasty type that matches within the NFL. And if he stays engaged with a defender, he finishes blocks effectively.
Mays is a ferocious blocker in a confined space, which is why his greatest spot could also be at guard.
The issues
Is Mays a jack-of-all-trades or a master-of-none, a minimum of in NFL phrases? That’s one of many questions that dropped his draft inventory, which was projected as excessive as the primary spherical a 12 months in the past.
Many scouts imagine Mays is just not agile sufficient to dam NFL edge rushers as a deal with. At guard inconsistencies in his stability and method could also be exploited by highly effective inside defensive linemen. And he has potential as a middle, however he doesn’t have a lot expertise there.
Plus, Mays has been hampered by accidents throughout his profession. In 2021, he missed all or most of 5 sport attributable to accidents. He wore a strolling boot on his left foot late within the season.
Ultimate ideas
At greatest, Mays is a flexible offensive lineman who ultimately begins at guard or heart. At worst, his deficiencies are an excessive amount of to beat, and he by no means finds a long-term place.
The truth for Mays might be someplace within the center. He ought to have speedy worth as a utility lineman, able to plugging in at heart, guard or proper deal with in a grueling 17-game NFL schedule.
Whether or not which means Mays develops right into a starter will decide the size of profession. His measurement, energy and taking part in type can’t be missed. However his damage historical past and athletic limitations can’t be discounted both.
Attain Adam Sparks at adam.sparks@knoxnews.com and on Twitter @AdamSparks.
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DENSO, one of the largest employers in East Tennessee, invests $100M to add 200 new jobs
Top 10 employers in Knoxville region
Top 10 employers in Knoxville region
DENSO, a Japanese auto parts giant with a major presence in East Tennessee, will expand its operations in Athens through a $100 million investment that will add 200 jobs and 54,560 square feet of production space.
The company is already the largest employer in McMinn County, where Athens is the county seat, and the eighth largest employer in the Knoxville region.
The Athens expansion, announced by state and company leaders Oct. 24, will allow DENSO to produce its latest efficient vehicle heating and air conditioning system at the facility.
“This day opens another chapter in how we strive to provide great career opportunities locally while contributing to greener and safer mobility across North America,” Marty Deschenes, president of DENSO’s Athens facility, said in a news release.
DENSO covers millions of square feet in East Tennessee
In 1988, DENSO set up shop in Maryville, where it produces various safety components, instrument clusters and automotive electronic products across 2.6 million square feet.
The company expanded to Athens in 1997, producing vehicle ignition, exhaust and gasoline delivery systems. The company employs around 5,000 people in Maryville and 1,444 people in Athens.
“Fostering partnerships with international companies like DENSO is a critical component of our recruitment efforts,” Stuart McWhorter, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, said in a news release. “DENSO is one of Tennessee’s longstanding partners and has been a cornerstone for business in McMinn County for years.”
DENSO, globally headquartered in Kariya, Japan, is a $47.2 billion juggernaut with around 180 facilities and 162,000 employees worldwide.
Its North American arm, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, employs more than 27,000 people and generated $11.7 billion in sales during the fiscal year ending March 31.
Daniel Dassow is a growth and development reporter focused on technology and energy. Phone 423-637-0878. Email daniel.dassow@knoxnews.com.
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Tennessee vs. Kentucky picks, predictions, odds: Who wins Week 10 game?
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The Tennessee Volunteers play the Kentucky Wildcats in a college football Week 10 game on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Neyland Stadium, in Knoxville, Tenn.
Which team will win the game?
Check out these picks and predictions for the game, which is scheduled to begin at 4:45 p.m. MST and can be seen on SEC Network (stream with this free trial from Fubo).
Tennessee was off last week. Kentucky lost 24-10 to Auburn in Week 9.
At No. 7 this week, Tennessee is a 15.5-point favorite over Kentucky in college football Week 10 odds for the game, according to BetMGM Sportsbook.
The moneyline is not yet available.
The over/under for the game is set at 44.5 points.
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Dimers.com: Tennessee 31, Kentucky 15
It writes, “After extensive simulations, our model gives Kentucky a win probability of 13%, while Tennessee has a win probability of 87%.”
ESPN: The Volunteers have a 90.9% chance to defeat the Wildcats
The site’s matchup predictor gives Kentucky a 9.1% shot to beat Tennessee on Saturday.
Bookies.com: Tennessee needs to score more against Kentucky
Bill Speros writes, “The Vols are on the bye after a dominant win at home over Alabama. Kentucky faced Auburn in Week 9. The Vols have begun to use their depth on defense to smother opponents. Kentucky lost to Florida by 28 points, while the Vols knocked off the Gators in OT. Tennessee needs to both run the table in the SEC and continue to stuff the ballot box when it comes to point differential against common opponents. One of these 3 teams will miss the SEC title game – Tennessee, Georgia, and Texas. All 3 play Kentucky this season. Kentucky is losing steam, having lost 3 straight, including 24-10 to Auburn in Week 9. ESPN Analytics gives Tennessee a 90.1% to win.”
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Detroit Lions updated 2024 depth chart: Week 8 vs. Tennessee Titans
The Detroit Lions (5-1) will host the Tennessee Titans (1-5) in Week 8, the Lions’ first game this season against an opponent from the AFC, and their first home game in nearly a month.
To help you get prepared for this matchup, we have a detailed and updated Lions depth chart, not only listing/ranking all the players but also giving you the latest news on roster moves, injury statuses, and other relevant developing stories. For your viewing experience, we have listed the player’s number (in parentheses), bolded the projected starters, and added an asterisk* after the rookies’ names.
Quarterback (2)
- Jared Goff (16)
- Hendon Hooker (2)
Running back (4)
- David Montgomery (5)
- Jahmyr Gibbs (26)
- Craig Reynolds (13)
- Sione Vaki* (33)
Wide receiver (6)
- Amon-Ra St. Brown (14)
- Tim Patrick (17)
- Kalif Raymond (11)
- Allen Robinson (8)
- Isaiah Williams* (83)
- Jameson Williams (9) — Suspended for Weeks 8 and 9
Tight End (4)
Offensive line (10)
Projected starters
LT Taylor Decker (68)
LG Graham Glasgow (60)
C Frank Ragnow (77)
RG Kevin Zeitler (71) — groin, not listed with an injury designation
RT Penei Sewell (58)
Reserves
LT Dan Skipper (70)
G Kayode Awosika (74)
C/RG Michael Niese (62)
RT/G Colby Sorsdal (75)
LT Giovanni Manu* (59)
Injured:
Interior defensive line (5)
- DT Alim McNeill (54)
- NT DJ Reader (98)
- DL Levi Onwuzurike (91)
- DL Mekhi Wingo* (94)
- DL Pat O’Connor (95)
Injured
- NT Brodric Martin (99) — Injured reserve (knee), eligible to return at any time
EDGE (4)
Injured
- DL John Cominsky (79) — Injured reserve (MCL), eligible to return at any time
Linebacker (6)
- WILL Alex Anzalone (34)
- MIKE Jack Campbell (46)
- MIKE/WILL Malcolm Rodriguez (44)
- SAM Trevor Nowaske (53)
- MIKE/WILL Jalen Reeves-Maybin (42)
- MIKE Ben Niemann (51)
Cornerback (6)
- CB Carlton Davis (23)
- CB Terrion Arnold* (0)
- NB Amik Robertson (21)
- CB/NB Ennis Rakestraw* (15)
- CB Kindle Vildor (29)
- CB Khalil Dorsey (30)
Injured
- NB/CB Emmanuel Moseley (4) — Injured reserve (pec), eligible to return at any time
Safety (4)
- S/NB Brian Branch (32)
- S Kerby Joseph (31)
- S Brandon Joseph (12)
- S/NB Loren Strickland* (24)
Injured
- S Ifeatu Melifonwu (6) — injured reserve (ankle), eligible to return in Week 9
Kicking team
- P Jack Fox (3)
- K Jake Bates (39)
- LS Hogan Hatten* (49)
Kick/Punt returners
- Punt return — Kalif Raymond (11)
- Kick return — Kalif Raymond (11) and Khalil Dorsey (30)
Kick coverage specialists
- Kickoffs — Jake Bates (39)
- Holder — Jack Fox (3)
- Gunners — Khalil Dorsey (30) and Kindle Vildor (29)
- Personal protector (PP) — Jalen Reeves-Maybin (42)
At-a-glance projected depth chart
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