Summary
Chaz Coleman, a five-star freshman pass rusher, is transferring to the Tennessee Volunteers from Penn State. Coleman made this decision after Penn State's head coach James Franklin was fired, despite efforts by the new coach, Matt Campbell, to keep him. Coleman will take the place of Tennessee's former player, Jordan Ross, who transferred to LSU.
Key Facts
- Chaz Coleman is a freshman pass rusher with a five-star rating.
- He decided to leave Penn State following the firing of head coach James Franklin.
- Despite attempts by new Penn State head coach Matt Campbell to retain him, Coleman chose to join the Tennessee Volunteers.
- Tennessee's head coach is Josh Heupel.
- Coleman is expected to replace Tennessee transfer Jordan Ross, now at LSU.
- Coleman was ranked 13 spots higher than Ross in the transfer portal.
- Coleman's familiarity with Tennessee's system and connections influenced his decision.
- Jim Knowles, Tennessee's defensive coordinator, spoke highly of Coleman's athletic skills.
