What happened: Rookie edge Keldric Faulk worked in rush packages alongside Jeffery Simmons this preseason, rotating through stand-up and three-point stances across multiple alignments. The pairing is part of Tennessee's plan to use the two together up front this season.
Why it matters: Faulk's usage marks an early step in expanding his role beyond a standard edge alignment, pairing him with the same Jeffery Simmons that Douzable called football's best defensive tackle. Versatility across fronts gives Tennessee's defensive line more flexibility in sub packages.
By the numbers: Faulk rushed on third down seven times against San Francisco.
What to watch: Watch for Faulk to add three-technique and odd-front snaps on the interior as the preseason continues.