Top-100 lineman Bryce Smalls, who has Tennessee ties, sees the Vols in a new light

Bryce Smalls, an offensive lineman ranked among the top 100 players in his class and a prospect with ties to Tennessee, has come away with a different look at the Volunteers, according to a report from On3.

Smalls is a notable name for Tennessee fans to follow because of both his ranking and his existing connection to the state. Offensive line remains a premium position in recruiting, and a top-100 prospect at that spot draws attention from programs across the country.

For Tennessee, getting a highly regarded lineman with those ties to view the program differently is a development worth tracking. How that impression carries forward in his recruitment will be the next thing to watch, as the Vols continue to build along the offensive line for future classes.