Tennessee tackle David Sanders overcomes doubts as he preps for sophomore year

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Tennessee tackle David Sanders overcomes doubts as he preps for sophomore year
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Tennessee offensive lineman David Sanders, entering his sophomore season, reflects on overcoming fears of being a five-star bust. Despite having doubts during his freshman season, Sanders earned Freshman All-American honors and is now an anchor on the offensive line. He has transitioned from right to left tackle and has undergone a significant physical transformation during the off-season. The Vols return five offensive linemen from last year, adding depth and options as they look to improve from a turbulent 2025 campaign. Offensive line coach Glen Elarbee faces the challenge of selecting the best starting five from available talent as they prepare for upcoming competition.

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  • David Sanders was a 2025 Freshman All-American.
  • He starts this season at left tackle after transitioning from right tackle.
  • The Vols' offensive line includes five returning starters.
  • Coach Elarbee has more combinations to choose from than in previous seasons.
  • Tennessee aims to avoid fatigue issues that plagued last season.
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  • 7:20 PMYahoo SportsHow Tennessee tackle David Sanders overcame his fear of being a 5-star bust
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Believe it or not, David Sanders feared being a five-star failure. Instead, he enters his sophomore season as anchor of Tennessee's offensive line.

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