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Emmanuel Okoye, a 6‑foot‑4, 247‑pound athlete with near‑8 percent body fat, cracked Bruce Feldman’s annual “freaks list” at No. 9, showcasing unprecedented strength and explosiveness that has teammates, coaches and analysts buzzing about his potential at California under new head coach Tosh Lupoi.
The Volunteers' tight ends must prove they can protect the pocket for quarterbacks Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre, but injuries, limited blocking experience and a crowded depth chart create a critical test for Coach Alec Abeln's offense.
Returning for a second season, DaSaahn Brame has emerged as a more polished and powerful option in the Tennessee Vols’ attack, highlighted by a career‑high performance against Alabama.
Top recruit Malik Howard, a 6‑foot‑4 tight end with a 6‑foot‑10 wingspan, chose Tennessee after visits to Alabama and Notre Dame, bringing a standout performance that has Vols fans excited about a deep 2027 class.
Returning starter Ethan Davis and emerging talents like Dasaahn Brame, plus new transfers, give Tennessee a potent tight end unit under coach Alec Abeln.
Four-star tight end Malik Howard chose Tennessee after an official visit, bringing elite size, production and a modern skill set to the Volunteers' 2027 recruiting class.
The 6‑foot‑3.5, 230‑pound recruit from Oak Ridge, Tennessee, becomes the tenth pledge in the 2027 class and highlights the Volunteers' continued dominance in the state.