Tough, team-first Tennessee lineman who played through a torn ACL
Gilliam stood out as a gritty, high-effort offensive tackle for Tennessee, earning notice less for flashy measurables than for his toughness, reliability, and willingness to play through a torn ACL in 2014. A former walk-on who became a starter, he also brought experience at multiple tackle spots and was praised for his all-in mentality and leadership. He is the kind of lineman coaches value for competitiveness, pain tolerance, and steadiness—especially if a team needs a blue-collar blocker who can earn trust in the room.
