Position Grades: Vols 30, No. 21 Auburn 24

Wide Receivers/Tight Ends

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Nathanael: A+

Just like with Guarantano, Tennessee’s receivers couldn’t have had a better day. Jauan Jennings, Marquez Callaway, and Josh Palmer were all exceptional against a talented Auburn secondary. All three of those receivers made some incredible leaping grabs, and all three hauled in receptions of at least 25 yards. Dominick Wood-Anderson had a catch before exiting with injury, and Eli Wolf stepped up and made a great 12-yard grab as well. Jordan Murphy and Brandon Johnson got involved as well, but Saturday was all about the Vols’ trio of starters at the receiver position.

Ben: A+

What more can you ask for from the receivers? Tennessee’s wideouts manhandled Auburn’s secondary on Saturday, winning 50-50 ball after 50-50 ball. Jauan Jennings announced his return as a go-to receiver, hauling in a 25-yard touchdown to give Tennessee the lead for good. Jennings finished with five catches for 71 yards and a touchdown. The “Dog” wasn’t the only receiver who asserted himself, as Josh Palmer had 84 receiving yards and Callaway had 55 receiving yards. Nine different Vols hauled in passes against Auburn.

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