Vanderbilt doesn’t have a Right Tackle or a Left Tackle. They have a "Quick Tackle" and a "Strong Tackle."
While some called this "innovative" on national TV earlier this season, offensive line veterans know the truth: this is a classic philosophy making a massive comeback. In this breakdown, we look at how Vandy O-Line coach Chris Klenakis and OC Tim Beck ignored the modern "tempo" trends to return to a system that prioritizes specialized skill sets over stationary positions.
The results in 2025 speak for themselves: Joe Moore Award Semi-Finalists. One of the best units in the country.
From the history of the "Strong/Weak" side to the Heisman-level protection Vandy is providing in 2025, we’re diving deep into the trenches in Nashville to celebrate these guys. @VandyFootball
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“I am a Catholic. I am a Catholic man.”
— Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza on why he took his trophy to the priests at the St. Paul Center at his university
“Can I pray for you?”
Texas freshman RB Nick Sanders and ASU star RB Cam Skattebo kneeling together for prayer after the Peach Bowl playoff game on Wednesday.