8. LaTroy Lewis, DL
Over the last two seasons, LaTroy Lewis has stepped up and done more for Tennessee’s defense when injuries have forced him into action. Lewis has made seven starts over the last two seasons, and he’s played in all but one game in the last three seasons. Lewis has tied or set career highs in tackles, sacks, and tackles for loss in his redshirt senior season this year. In 41 career games, Lewis has 70 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 11 tackles for loss, and 7 quarterback hurries.