Steve Kiner
1968, 1969
Linebacker
Tampa, Fla.

Steve Kiner's outstanding play at linebacker fit the tradition Tennessee holds for the position. And while playing for the Volunteers, Kiner developed a tradition of his own - domination on the field.

His junior and senior seasons, Kiner took the nation by storm. He was named All-SEC and All-America in 1968 and 1969, making him Doug Dickey's first player to twice earn consensus recognition.

Kiner was SEC Defensive Player of the Year thanks in part to Tennessee's 41-14 victory over Alabama in 1969. The linebacker had five sacks, 11 tackles with five assists, four quarterback hurries, an interception and a forced fumble.

Kiner was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1999.

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