Despite an outpouring of support from its fanbase, Tennessee reportedly still hasn't contacted former quarterback and current USC offensive coordinator Tee Martin about its head coaching vacancy, according to Sports Illustrated's Bruce Feldman.
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Have heard that Tennessee still hasn't made contact w/ #USC OC Tee Martin. Kinda shocked that UT hasn’t at least inquired abt his interest/vision. He led UT to a national title; developed lots of NFL talent at UK & USC and just helped lead Trojans to a Pac-12 title as their OC.
— Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB) December 5, 2017
Sources have indicated that Martin, who led the Vols to a national championship in 1998, would accept the position if offered. However, the coordinator confirmed last week that his alma mater hadn't reached out to him, despite many others close to the program showing their support.
Former Tennessee QB now USC offensive Coordinator Tee Martin to our @ESPNRadio CFB crew RE Tenn job: "I've heard from everyone in Tennessee, except from Tennessee."
— Kevin Winter (@KevinPWinter) December 2, 2017
Martin also acknowledged the Vol fans shown campaigning for his coaching service during USC's 31-28 victory over Stanford in the Pac-12 championship on Friday.
And to the loyal Tennessee fans. Showing some California Love!! That’s what’s up! #Pac12Champs! pic.twitter.com/0bx3BskTAf
— Tee Martin (@coachtee17) December 2, 2017
The 39-year-old has quickly risen up the ranks as a young assistant with a bright head coaching future, having been named as a Broyles Award semi-finalist last week.
Congratulations to USC OC @coachtee17 on being named one of the best assistant coaches in the country!
USC’s 488.6 yards of total offense per game in 2017 is its highest average since 2005. #FightOn pic.twitter.com/Fbs9jQfhdn
— USC Trojans (@USC_Athletics) November 22, 2017
Many anticipated that Martin would be contacted by the Vols after his former coach, Phillip Fulmer, replaced John Currie as UT's athletic director on Saturday.
However, it seems that the former quarterback will be passed by as Tennessee has reportedly narrowed its search down to several other candidates, including Georgia defensive coordinator Mel Tucker.
