Jabari Small ‘itching’ to return for Tennessee in 2023

Running back Jabari Small is itching to return for Tennessee in 2023.

Senior running back Jabari Small enters his fourth season at Tennessee.

He discussed returning to the practice field during fall training camp after missing spring practices.

“Obviously, I haven’t played in a long time,” Small said. “I’m excited to get back out there and get into the groove of things. I’m just trying to push myself to get better from last year and become more physical as a player. I’m just itching to get back out there.”

The 5-foot-11, 213-pound running back has appeared in 34 games from 2020-22, recording 1,647 rushing yards, 22 rushing touchdowns, 207 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns at Tennessee.

Small led Tennessee in rushing yards (792) during Josh Heupel’s first season as head coach in 2021.

He has two seasons of eligibility remaining, including the 2023 campaign.

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