Tennessee Transfer Target Encourages Former Penn State Teammate to Join Him on Rocky Top
Amare Campbell, a linebacker commit at the University of Tennessee, has taken to social media to encourage his former Penn State teammate, Dejuan Lane, to join him on Rocky Top. Campbell's strategy is a familiar one, as he follows in the footsteps of Xavier Gilliam, who successfully lured Lane's teammate, Chaz Coleman, to Tennessee.
In a post on Twitter, Campbell tagged Lane and wrote, 'Vol Nation ... Bring him home 🍊 @Dejuan24.' The message was met with enthusiasm from Tennessee fans, who praised the university's strong offensive and defensive capabilities. One user commented, 'Come on HOME to Rocky Top, Dejuan!! We want you on OUR team!' Another highlighted the advantage of playing in front of a large, supportive audience, stating, 'You can’t go wrong playing in front of 100,000 fans. Welcome to BIG ORANGE COUNTY.'
Lane, a 6-foot-2 safety from Baltimore, has been a key player for Penn State over the last two seasons, accumulating 44 tackles, four pass deflections, and one interception. He played under Jim Knowles, Tennessee's current defensive coordinator, and Anthony Poindexter, who both moved to Knoxville from Penn State this offseason. This shift in coaching staff and the resulting familiarity between the two schools could significantly influence Lane's decision.
As the recruitment process unfolds, Lane's potential move to Tennessee adds depth to the Vols' defensive roster and leverages the strong ties between the two institutions. The question remains whether Lane will heed Campbell's call and join him on Rocky Top, creating a powerful defensive duo for the Volunteers.
