Summary:
- Wide receiver Drew McCoy discussed the pre-snap penalties and how the environment affected the team
- McCoy talked about the team's loss of momentum after the first drive
- He discussed the team's need for a mindset shift and a return to their explosive offense from last season
- McCoy emphasized the importance of focusing on what they are being coached on and finding ways to work on deficits
Following the Vols' 29-16 loss to Florida, Tennessee football wide receiver Drew McCoy spoke to the press about the game and what the team needs to do to improve moving forward.
Tennessee Football Wide Receiver Bru McCoy Speaks After Loss to Florida
The Tennessee Vols suffered a 29-16 loss to the Florida Gators in The Swamp. After the game, Bru McCoy, wide receiver for the Vols, shared his thoughts on the defeat and how the team plans to improve moving forward. In a press conference with reporters, McCoy addressed the team's performance and what went wrong. Here are some highlights from the interview:
Pre-Snap Penalties and the Hostile Environment
McCoy acknowledged that the hostile environment at The Swamp was a factor in the team's performance. He admitted that the Vols had not played in an environment like that before and that the team needed to be more focused and dialed-in to avoid pre-snap penalties. He emphasized that the team needed to look back on what they did wrong and improve on those mistakes moving forward.
Loss of Momentum
When asked about what caused the loss of momentum after the team's successful first drive, McCoy couldn't pinpoint exactly what went wrong. However, he noted that the team had started fast but lost some momentum as the game progressed. McCoy suggested that the team had started to doubt themselves and their abilities. He stressed that it was a mindset and confidence issue that the team needed to address.
Struggles on Offense
The Vols were explosive on offense last season, but this year, the team has struggled. McCoy acknowledged that mistakes and missed opportunities were contributing to the team's struggles. However, he also suggested that the loss to Florida would light a fire under the team, and they would work hard to improve. He emphasized that the team needed to focus on their mindset and confidence and believe in themselves and their abilities.
Addressing Mindset and Focus
McCoy suggested that mindset and focus were crucial for the team to improve. He emphasized that the team needed to apply what they were being coached on and have the focus and mindset to do what they were being taught. Whether it was extra reps or staying later after practice, McCoy stressed that individuals needed to find a way to work on their deficits and improve. He also noted that teammates needed to work together and support each other to move in the right direction.
The press conference with McCoy provided insight into the team's performance and plans to improve. The Vols will take what they learned from their defeat at The Swamp and work on their mindset and focus to move forward and improve.
The Vols will look to bounce back next week in their game against Tennessee Tech.