National Analyst Indicates Tennessee Volunteers Hold a “Slight Edge” in Pursuit of Zalance Heard
Securing capable offensive linemen has been a top priority for the coaching staff at Tennessee. Both offensive line coach Glen Elarbee and head coach Josh Heupel have collaborated closely to ensure the adequate protection of quarterback Nico Iamaleava. One transfer player they had targeted is the former LSU offensive tackle Zalance Heard.
According to 247Sports’ Composite Rankings, Heard held the 15th position among players in the 2023 class. He currently stands as the 17th-ranked transfer in the entire NCAA Transfer Portal, making him a valuable and ready-to-contribute addition for Tennessee. Heard conducted official visits to both Oklahoma and Tennessee, with discussions behind the scenes suggesting that Tennessee may have an edge in the race. In a recent update on transfer portal information by On3’s Pete Nakos, details about Heard’s situation were mentioned.
