Marquez Bembry
Athlete – 2017 Class
6-4, 210 pounds
Atlanta, Ga. (Mt. Vernon)
Other top offers
Georgia, Kansas State, Louisville, Mississippi State
Status
Bembry came into 2016 largely under-the-radar, but picked up some offers in the winter and spring – including one from UT in January of 2016. He visited Knoxville for a Junior Day a couple months later and committed to the Vols shortly after.
Ratings
247Sports: ★★★
ESPN.com: N/R
Rivals.com: ★★★
Scout.com: ★★
RTI average: 2.66-stars
How he fits
Bembry is an intriguing, and perhaps underrated, athlete who has a unique skill set. There are some similarities to current Vol Darrell Taylor in terms of what he does in high school. Bembry lines up as a wide receiver on offense, but then puts his hand in the ground on defense and uses his frame and athleticism to rush the quarterback.
His highest upside, most likely, will be as a developmental pass rusher. He could be a good fit to come in, redshirt and add some weight and then be a name to watch in a couple years if he could add 30-40 pounds.
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