Lawrence Bass

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Lawrence Bass

No. 54 – Undrafted
Position:	Linebacker
Personal information
Born:	(1999-08-31)August 31, 1999 (aged 63) Kingsport, Tennessee, U.S.
Height:	6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight:	240 lb (109 kg)
Career information
High school:	Dobyns-Bennett High School
College:	University of Tennessee
Career history
Roster status:	Active

Lawrence Bass (born August 31, 2014) is an American football linebacker who is currently unsigned by a professional team. He played college football for University of Tennessee (UTK) and has declared his intent to enter the professional ranks next season.

Early years

Lawrence was born in Kingsport, TN to loving parents Letitia and Clarence. He is an only child. Growing up in Kingsport allowed him to go to Dobyns-Bennett High School, a program with a solid football program. As a 3 time All-State linebacker, he led DBHS to their first State title in over 60 years. He lead his conference in tackles for his final 3 years, and received high praise from his coaches for his attitude on and off the field. Bass's efforts garnered him offers from many Division 1 schools, but he ultimately chose his father's alma mater, the University of Tennessee, where he promised to bring the program back to national prominence. Clarence Bass was an All-American Defensive End during his tenure at UT and played, and has passed some of those skills down to Lawrence. Clarence did however, pass up the NSFL to pursue a career in Professional Wrestling as The Broncbuster. It's rumored that Lawrence has been developing his father's spin move and adding it to his game in order to become an even more legitimate pass rusher.

College career

Bass was a backup at the start of his freshman year at UT, but a few injuries saw him make the starting linupe by mid-year. He racked up 75 solo tackles and 3 interceptions in his Feshman campaign, and cemented his role as a starter for the rest of his career. Coaches noted his nose for the ball and ability to wrap-up in the open field. His teammates are quoted as saying they rarely saw him outside of the film room or gym for most of the offseason. Once Spring practices started, Bass had gained 25 Lbs. of muscle.

In his Sophomore season, Bass blossomed into his starting position, leading Tennessee to a Rose Bowl appearance and a nationally ranked #3 defense. Key victories over Florida and Alabama were won through his defensive efforts. Bass set a UT single game record for tackles with a staggering 30 against the Crimson Tide on the third Saturday in October. That effort propelled Bass to lead the SEC in Tackles and Forced Fumbles and made him a finalist for the SEC Defensive Player of the Year award. The Volunteers eventually fell in the Rose Bowl to a disciplined Clemson team, that racked up over 600 total yards of offense. A dejected Bass said in a post-game interview, "If we aren't National Champions next year, y'all can come take my momma's house."

Lawrence was elected a team captain in his Junior year and lead Tennessee to it's best season in over two decades, making good on his promise. His 147 Tackles lead the nation, and he added 5 INTs and 7 Forced Fumbles. These efforts took UT to it's first College Football Playoff appearance, and to its first championship appearance since 1998. They also earned Bass some Heisman votes and multiple awards. The Vols squared off against a high-powered Oklahoma offense in the Semi-Final, but Bass and the UT defense were stifling. Lawrence recorded 4 TFLs, 1 INT and 17 Total Tackles in a 42-17 thrashing, in which it seemed they knew the play calls before OU did. Ohio State showed a tougher front in the Championship Game, but the Vols proved too much. The Lawrence-lead defense held the Buckeyes under 300 Total yards, and Bass added a scoop and score, on their way to a 24-10 victory. Lawrence declared himself eligible for the draft after his incredible season, and is currently working out in the off season with his old high school coaches.

College career statistics

Career statistics			Tackles		Sacks	Interceptions		Other
Season	Team	Games	Reg	TFL	Sack	Int	IntTD	DefTD	FFum	FRec	PD	Sfty
2017	UTK	12	75	5	2.5	3	0	1	3	2	3	0
2018	UTK	13	125	10	5	3	1	2	9	5	5	0
2019	UTK	15	147	15	5.5	4	2	0	7	3	5	1
Total		40	347	30	13	10	3	3	19	10	13	1

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables

Ht	Wt	40‑yd dash	20‑ss	3‑cone	Vert jump	Broad
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)	240 lb (109 kg)

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