All’s Silent in Knoxville; Dooley Mandate

All’s Silent in Knoxville; Dooley Mandate

For quite a few years now, Tennessee media has been spoiled with unprecedented access to all coaches and most players.

Phillip Fulmer was one of the more cordial coaches when it came to interviews and meeting with the media on a regular basis.

We all know how accessible Lane Kiffin was.

The recently departed coach lived to use the media for his purposes and never shied away from interviews, because he thought that would promote the brand of UT football.

Kiffin even allowed his freshmen to speak with the media, something that Fulmer never allowed. Kiffin’s assistants were always in the media as well. And why not?

BleacherReport.com
2/18/10