The Tennessee Volunteers currently have 26 known commitments for the 2015 class, and that class currently ranks fourth in the country according to the 247Sports Composite ranking system.
Tennessee’s class is headlined by a pair of five-star defensive tackles in Kahlil McKenzie and Shy Tuttle, while five-star wide receiver Preston Williams and four-star junior college running back Alvin Kamara highlight the playmakers in the class. The Vols even have two quarterback commitments from four-star Quinten Dormady and four-star Jauan Jennings.
Butch Jones and his staff are expected to sign anywhere between 27 and 29 players in the 2015 class, and they still have several high-priority targets left on their board. Here are the top five players the Vols still hope to add to their 2015 class.
1. Four-star offensive tackle Drew Richmond: Even though Richmond has been committed to Ole Miss since early September, the Vols have not slowed down their recruitment of the in-state offensive tackle. In fact, they’ve sped it up, as Richmond has visited the Vols twice in the month of October. He plays at the biggest remaining position of need for the Vols, and getting him to flip would be crucial.
2. Four-star cornerback Justin Martin: The Vols currently have commitments from three defensive backs, but adding junior college player Martin would be a huge addition. He is the No. 1 JUCO corner according to 247Sports, and his big frame and physical play make him a perfect fit.
3. Four-star running back Johnny Frasier: Once again, Frasier may be committed elsewhere (this time to Florida State), but the Vols have been able to get Frasier to visit twice this season and are looking to add a third running back to their class.
4. Four-star running back Bryce Love: One of the most dynamic remaining uncommitted prospects, Love would give the Vols a quick, elusive back the likes of which they currently do not have on the roster.
5. Four-star wide receiver Ryan Newsome: The Vols recruitment of Newsome has seemingly come out of nowhere over the past month, but the shifty receiver appears to be high on the Vols and plans to visit again before National Signing Day.