Jones had a breakout super senior season, catching 52 passes for 722 yards and six touchdowns. The Alabama native moved to the slot early in the season and took off. Jones was fantastic in the screen game and could take the top off the defense with his speed.
The USC transfer was a strong returned for the Trojans and in 2020 for the Vols. Jones totaled 506 kick return yards and one touchdown, averaging 28.1 yards per return. The return specialist averaged 16 yards per punt return with a long return of 50 yards.
Speaking of breakout super senior seasons, Jackson played his best ball during the 2021 season. The defensive back bounced around positions during his career before settling at the STAR this season.
Jackson recorded 73 tackles, nine tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks and one pick six during the season. The Nashville native became one of Tennessee’s most consistent players, playing in 11 games and grading out as one of the Vols’ best players.
Mays was fantastic in his senior season, moving to right tackle full time. After struggling as a tackle for much of his career, Mays was solid throughout the 2021 season.
The Knoxville native earned a 73.4 PFF grade, the highest of any Tennessee starting offensive lineman.
Mays suffered an injury in Tennessee’s win over South Alabama that sidelined him for the regular season finale against Vanderbilt. Mays is questionable for the bowl game against Purdue.
