Tennessee football wrapped up its 10th practice of the spring on Thursday evening as the Volunteers prepare to hold their second scrimmage on Saturday in Neyland Stadium.
This Saturday's scrimmage is closed to the public. First-year Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel leads his squad into the Chevrolet Orange & White Game at 4 p.m. ET on April 24 in Neyland Stadium. Admission is free.
Ekeler, who returns to the SEC this season, discussed his outside linebackers and special teams units with members of the media following Thursday's practice. The Vols return senior punter and kickoff specialist Paxton Brooks, who averaged 43.6 yards per punt last fall.
"From our placekickers, we have a really good battle going right now," Ekeler said. "Then you have Paxton (Brooks) from a punting perspective the other day he was just banging them out there. I think on six punts, he was averaging about 55 yards, and he's putting them right exactly where we want them. I'm pleased with it every day those guys are coming to work and working on their craft."
Junior college outside linebacker Byron Young continues to impress in practice alongside sophomore Bryson Eason.
"(Byron Young) has really made a ton of improvement," Ekeler said. "He's got some speed off the edge that you're looking for. Bryson Eason has more power, and he's done a great job. Those guys pack their lunch pail every single day. They have got an unbelievable attitude and the bottom line is they love ball. Every single day, they raise their game."
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