Tennessee needs all hands on deck against Alabama this afternoon, especially up front. The Vols need to develop the run against a strong Crimson Tide defensive front, but they get a few added boosts up front this week. Offensive lineman Andrej Karic, who started the first month of the season, was inactive against Texas A&M. He will return to the lineup this afternoon, though Ollie Lane will get the start at left guard.
Omarr Norman-Lott – IN. Norman-Lott appeared in the season’s first five games and was an impact contributor on the defensive front. However, he missed the Texas A&M game, though the Vols managed without him. Heupel confirmed he will be active this week.
Daevin Hobbs – IN. The former five-star defensive lineman has looked good in his three appearances, but he has missed time with nagging injuries against Florida and Texas A&M. Heupel confirmed he would be ready to play this weekend.
Gerald Mincey – IN. After missing time at the beginning of the season, Mincey started the past two games on the offensive line. He left the Texas A&M game with an injury but has been cleared to play against the Crimson Tide.
Andrej Karic – IN. Karic started the first month of the season but was unavailable last week. He was seen going through warmups and is expected to go against Alabama.
Jeremiah Crawford – IN. Crawford hasn’t entered the game the past two weeks, though he did dress out. He will be available against the Crimson Tide.
