Vols Closing in on Derrick Green...

While Tennessee lost out on prized running back recruit Derrick Henry last Friday, the Volunteers remain at, or near the front of the class for another one of the nation's top tailbacks.   Derrick Green out of Richmond, Virginia, is rated slightly higher than Derrick Henry by most recruiting services and looks to have all the makings of a star running back at the collegiate level.  Green measures in at an impressive 6 feet tall, weighing 220 pounds and has been clocked running the 40 at 4.4 seconds.  Green officially visited the Volunteers the weekend of the Florida game and left campus impressed by what coach Derek Dooley and the Vols have to offer.  Even though Tennessee lost the game, they may have put themselves in position to win the recruiting battle when it comes time for Green to make his decision.  Green plans on visiting Michigan October 19th, and has said a decision could be made shortly thereafter.  If Michigan is unable to wow the talented running back, a commitment to the Volunteers could be made public.  The Volunteers still have a couple weeks to sweat this one out, but have positioned themselves nicely to land Green.