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Jake Nichols
2 years
Vanderbilt students have been chanting at Hendon Hooker, who is wearing sweats on the Tennessee sideline. He made a zero with his hand and pointed at the scoreboard. #Vols
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2 years
The official lighting of the V-O-L-S letters. Name a cooler atmosphere for college football. I’ll wait. #Vols
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3 years
The most electric entrance in college football just got even cooler. #Vols
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5 years
Steve Spurrier. Savage as always. #GatorBowl
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2 years
Kentucky calls a mound meeting, and a Tennessee fan immediately yells, “Come on! We have to play tomorrow! You don’t!” Brutal.
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3 years
Kennedy Chandler motions John Fulkerson over, and fittingly, Fulky is the first one to cut a piece of the net. What a damn moment for this guy. #Vols @VR2onSI
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2 years
Find a cuter moment than Princeton Fant playing with his daughter in the checkerboards. I dare you.
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2 years
Tennessee’s basketball team just trolled the Kentucky section after being recognized during a break in the action.
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6 years
Rick Barnes called it “electric.” He was right. Welcome to the best pre-game atmosphere in college basketball. #Vols
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2 years
Smokey X was pretty pumped about his final win inside Neyland Stadium. Happy retirement, big fella.
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2 years
Tennessee playing “All My Exes Live in Texas” after this game is almost as savage as “Dixieland Delight” was in the fall.
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2 years
#Vols 2023 QB commit Nico Iamaleava ( @nico_iamaleava8 ) and little brother, 2025 QB Madden Iamaleava, chatting it up with Josh Heupel during pregame.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Neyland Stadium set a new decibel record on Saturday against Ole Miss. Give this video a watch to hear how it sounded from my POV 😳
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#VolNation set a record for Neyland Stadium on Saturday, October 16, 2021, with an ear-splitting 118 dB. The loudest sound ears can withstand without pain or is dangerous for more than 30 seconds is 120 dB. @coachjoshheupel asked us to be loud. We delivered. #GBO 🍊
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2 years
If you know, you know.
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𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙚
2 years
Using only a restaurant, tell us where you went to college.
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6 months
An incredible photo from @Vol_Hoops and Tennessee Athletics. Can only imagine what was being said in this moment.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
PSA: #Vols fans who went to the Ole Miss football game, @EvanRussell_4 has a message for you 🗣 “Any of the fans that were rowdy at the football game last week, if they ever want to come out to Lindsey Nelson, you’re always accepted.” @VR2onSI
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2 years
Let’s not forget that today marks the final ride for this guy as well. 🫡
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5 years
Following Tennessee’s win over Vanderbilt, #Vols OL Dawson Stephens yelled four simple words: “This is our state!”
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3 years
Rick Barnes leading “It’s Great to be a Tennessee Vol” onstage:
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3 years
So Zakai Zeigler shared a rather interesting Draymond Green quote on his IG story yesterday… #Vols
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5 years
FYI, this is what “Oh sh*t” looks like.. #TheBacheloretteFinale
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2 years
It appears Jordan Beck is wearing his Cal Naughton Jr. jumpsuit on Tennessee’s trip to Gainesville. True Mike Honcho form right here.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Spoiler alert: Jonas Aidoo is going to be very, very good at Tennessee.
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Jake Nichols
11 months
One last moment between Josh Heupel and Bru McCoy 🥺 The entire stadium let out a “Bruuuuuuu!!!” as he walked out of the tunnel.
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2 years
Even after a season-ending loss, there’s a group of children waiting for autographs. Doesn’t matter how the year ends — the guys in that locker room, “bad boys” to so many, are heroes to the ones on those steps.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Rick Barnes: “I’ve realized the love the people of Tennessee have for our great state and this university. I don’t care what fan bases are out there — there’s nothing like what we have. It’s been a blessing for me. I’ve loved every minute of it.”
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Jake Nichols
2 years
First touchdown for Nico in Knoxville: ✅
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Jake Nichols
3 years
What a moment for #Vols senior Ja’Quain Blakely. Overcome with emotion, kneeling on the T in his final game inside Neyland Stadium. @VR2onSI
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Jake Nichols
2 years
I know they were joking and messing around, but Josh Heupel crashing Tony Vitello’s presser (and the ensuing banter) only reiterate what we’ve been seeing for a while: that Tennessee athletics are stronger and more united now than they have been in a long, long time. #Vols
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2 years
Charlie Taylor on his start tonight and Tennessee fans’ response: “I was honestly a little nervous, but the way Blade threw the ball and Vol Nation rallied around me, it was a moment I’ll never forget.”
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Jake Nichols
3 months
You had Dalton Knecht available, a guy that would’ve gotten buckets AND filled seats, and you take Zach Edey — a guy who can’t play in space, fouls too much (yet was never called for it in college) AND is the bane of your statewide fan base’s existence?? COME ON, man.
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Jake Nichols
2 years
What. A. Moment. For about 15 minutes, Cam Newton took time to impart some incredible career advice to @nico_iamaleava8 . “Do right by yourself, bro.”
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11 months
Omarr Norman-Lott went nuts with the Tennessee flag, and Joe Milton hit a backflip in front of the student section. Fitting celebrations to cap the #Vols 59-3 win on Homecoming ⤵️
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Jake Nichols
2 years
How does the nation’s top team get jacked before a game? Like this:
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Velus Jones Jr. said Neyland on Saturday was an environment he’s never experienced before. “There’s nothing like this University, like this fan base. That was beautiful. I go back and look at pictures of it. Truly blessed to be at Tennessee with this fan base.” #Vols
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Josh Heupel is chopping it up with Brycen Sanders at #Vols spring practice this morning.
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Jake Nichols
5 years
So I just created my first GIF, and I have a feeling y’all might enjoy it.. #Vols @rockytopinsider
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Mark my words: Tennessee will never — and shouldn’t — accept another Music City Bowl bid ever again.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Awesome moment here for Tiyon Evans and Brandon Turnage, as they celebrated with their kids after the win. #Vols @VR2onSI
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Joe Milton ➡️ Jalin Hyatt Plenty more highlights and observations to come from practice no. 13 of #Vols fall camp. @VR2onSI
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Jake Nichols
1 year
I was so mesmerized Saturday that I forgot to share one of my favorite clips from when the stadium shifted into “Dark Mode.” Still wanted to post for those who didn’t get to see it in person. This, my friends, is Neyland Stadium at its absolute finest. Enjoy ⚫️🟠 #Vols
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Jake Nichols
15 days
Something tells me the Tennessee defense is savoring this win.
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Jake Nichols
2 years
For anyone who may be appalled at Jordan Beck or the #Vols approach, feel free to re-familiarize with Evan Russell’s defining quote from 2021: "I don't think anybody -- including our fan base -- are afraid to be the villains. That’s what makes this place special.” (1/2)
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Jake Nichols
2 years
6 is back.
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Jake Nichols
5 years
Absolutely UNREAL catch here from #Vols commit @KeShawn2x to pull @EnsworthFB within a touchdown after the PAT. Now 21-14 @McCallieFB , 1:48 left in 3Q. #SCTop10 @SportsCenter
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Jake Nichols
5 years
I take back what I said about the Tom Brady tweet. Whoever runs the #Preds Twitter account is now my favorite person in Nashville.
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The devil bowed his head Because he knew that he'd been beat And he laid that golden fiddle On the ground at Johnny's feet #PREDS | #NSHvsNJD
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3 years
Zakai Zeigler, Kennedy Chandler and Josiah-Jordan James are in attendance tonight. May be more, but those are the ones I’ve seen.
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Jake Nichols
4 years
“I’m disappointed in the SEC. If they don’t think watching that replay warranted a suspension, they don’t have a clue.” -Charles Barkley on @SEC ’s response with Omar Payne elbowing #Vols John Fulkerson in last weekend’s quarterfinal
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Jake Nichols
2 years
GT coach Danny Hall: “Hats off to Tennessee. They’ve been No. 1 for a long time this year, and they have a great team.”
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Jake Nichols
3 years
As Vescovi shot late FTs, John Fulkerson was crouched at midcourt with 10 seconds left. At that moment, he said he was “taking it all in.” “Just a kid from Kingsport, taking a second to be appreciative of everything I’ve got here.” #Vols
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In 2017, Tony Vitello stepped into his first head coaching job and endeared himself to the Tennessee fan base. His vibe, his intensity, his ability to encapsulate exactly what a stadium full of people felt at any given moment — it all felt familiar in the best way possible. In
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Jake Nichols
5 years
Safe to say #Vols commit @jadenspringer11 is already a fan favorite, even as a visitor. Quite the welcome for his first matchup in Knoxville. @_VR2_
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2 years
Nico is in the house tonight (wearing shades) with his dad, Joey Halzle and Alex Golesh alongside. #Vols baseball attracts all comers.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Quite a scene at midfield of Bryant-Denny Stadium, as Alabama linebacker Henry To’oto’o greets his former #Vols teammates following the Crimson Tide’s 52-24 win in Tuscaloosa. @VR2onSI @mattraySI
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Oh. My. Word. Evan Russell just blasted a grand slam over left field fence — his third homer of the day — and the #Vols take a 7-4 lead. In the words of John Ward, “Pandemonium reigns!”
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Alontae Taylor on the pick-six: “It was dope. Coach Banks made a great play call. Knew what the go-to guy was. When it happened, in my head I was like, ‘Is he dumb? He literally just threw the ball to me.’” #Vols
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Jake Nichols
3 years
JUST IN: Tennessee football has surpassed the 85% vaccination rate. Also, Josh Heupel announced that Johnny Majors’ brother, All-American VFL Bobby Majors, will be part of the pregame coin toss on Saturday. Awesome stuff ahead of the Johnny Majors Classic. #Vols
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3 years
John Fulkerson remains a man of the people.
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3 years
What do you get when you combine Tennessee fans, a beautiful spring day and the fact that the #Vols are playing their first game as college baseball’s undisputed No. 1 team? The fourth-largest attendance in Lindsey Nelson Stadium history — and on a Wednesday, too. Here’s a look
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Jake Nichols
3 years
Freshman LB Elijah Herring is at the podium.
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Jake Nichols
2 years
What does it look like when Jordan Beck goes full Gronk-mode on a baseball bat? Well, let’s find out:
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2 years
Hendon Hooker just led the band in Rocky Top, and there are “Heisman!” chants pouring from the student section.
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2 years
**NSFW** Not a dog pile, but a dance party. The message from Evan Russell? “LOOOOONG WAY TO GO!!”
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2 years
For the first time since 1998, the goalposts have been torn down inside Neyland Stadium. And by the way, this was the one through which Chase McGrath made the winning kick. Tennessee 52, Alabama 49 The #Vols have taken down Nick Saban.
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Jake Nichols
3 years
In less than one year, this is what Josh Heupel has brought back to Tennessee. What a crowd to greet the #Vols as they enter Neyland Stadium to take on No. 1 Georgia. @VR2onSI
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3 years
Behold, the life of a Tennessee athlete who goes to watch other Tennessee athletes. Josiah-Jordan James, Zakai Zeigler, Kennedy Chandler and Uros Plavsic (not pictured) checking in from tonight’s #Vols baseball game.
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2 years
*South Carolina ruins Tennessee’s shot at the CFP* #Vols
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Rick Barnes on Chandler: “He’s grown tremendously, as a great kid and a teammate. He never walked in as a one and done player. If you saw his emotion, it was much more than that in the locker room. He got so much better, and that had to do with his teammates.”
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“The most impressive team I’ve seen is Tennessee. To me, it’s a no-brainer. Tennessee is the No. 1 team in the country.” -Desmond Howard on #CollegeGameday || #Vols
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3 years
There’s a #CheckerNeyland movement starting to unfold for Tennessee-Ole Miss on Saturday night👀
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Zakai Zeigler on @VolNetwork postgame: “People are going to look at my height, but at the end of the day, I’m going to win the battle. And that’s that.” #Vols
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John Fulkerson on his time at Tennessee: “I honestly feel like I could write a six-page essay in this. It’s been a dream come true to be a Tennessee Volunteer. It’s been incredible.”
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Jake Nichols
2 years
All smiles for @nico_iamaleava8 and #TeamToa on a cold morning in the 865🏈
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2 years
Evan Russell Luc Lipcius 🤝 Passing Todd Helton to become the new co-home run kings on Rocky Top (Both photos from me for @VR2onSI ) #Vols
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3 years
Today my grandmother got a picture with Al Wilson. Two (west) Tennessee legends. 💯
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6 months
Quite a reception for the #Vols in Knoxville tonight, including these bits with fans chanting for Dalton Knecht and thanking Josiah-Jordan James.
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3 years
So much adversity. So many doubters. 43 years of waiting. Champions.
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3 years
Whoever decided to play “The Chicken Dance” during this review (and especially after Kim Mulkey’s expletive-fueled explosion) deserves a HUGE raise #SECWBB
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3 years
Rick Barnes mentioned that when the news about Zakai Zeigler came out, Vanderbilt coach Jerry Stackhouse texted him and offered to help in any way they could.
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2 years
Dollander on the transfer portal and Tennessee: “I went into it not knowing what was going to happen, and it’s been one of the biggest blessings of my life.”
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2 years
The #LadyVols Summitt blue uniforms are absolutely incredible. Bring them back against UConn.
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2 years
The other day, Tony Vitello attributed a large part of the #Vols downtime focus and health to their nutritionist, Beth Schwartz ( @FuelingtheT ). Tonight, she’s rocking the cheetah coat before first pitch. A+.
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2 years
Luc Lipcius’ long ball was ruled foul after review, but this shot from ⁦ @KellyanneStitts ⁩ says otherwise… (watch very closely as a white dot flies to the left of the pole)
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2 years
All it took was three chirps and an idea. Then, three Tennessee fans started a “Go Big Orange!” chant to fire back at “the Vandy Whistler.” The chant spread, ESPN caught on, and now, two of those fans need more help against the rowdy Cajun crowd of LSU:
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3 years
With “Sweet Home Alabama” playing in the background, Alabama’s coach just got ejected from the game. You can hear the #LadyVols fans cheering and the music has quickly switched to Rocky Top. You can’t make this up. Also, pay the Bridgestone Arena DJ NOW. #SECWBB
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3 years
Solid day for these two 🧲
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Tennessee: 69 LSU: 67 #LadyVols come back from a 17-point deficit and take down Kim Mulkey to earn their first trip to the SEC Tournament title game since 2015. What a damn win for Kellie Harper.
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#Vols WR Jimmy Holiday with the sticky fingers on a one-handed end zone grab this morning. @VR2onSI
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I took this picture last year after Tennessee won the SEC Tournament title. These guys are leaving some incredible legacies on Rocky Top.
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21 days
Spotted while driving to a game this afternoon. Y’all think this guy is ready for Saturday?
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2 years
What’s it like being @nico_iamaleava8 ? Even opposing players line up to take pictures.
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One team**
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5 years
Two brothers. Two teams. One prime-time matchup. @KCIrishFootball #Vols #UGAvsTENN
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4 years
People may match her numbers, as Tara VanDerveer has. Others may match her titles, as Geno Auriemma already has. But no one will ever touch Pat Summitt’s legacy. That stands alone. #WeBackPat
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Ponder this: Pat Summitt coached her last game in March, 2012. It's taken someone almost nine years to catch her record. #GOAT #Legend
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#Vols freshman OL Addison Nichols ( @ahnichols22 ) is making his media debut. “I look good enough for y’all?”
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Barnes on Josh Heupel and Tennessee as a whole: “There’s no question that what he’s done is phenomenal. I’m just so proud of our university, going through tough times. There’s no better leadership at any university in the country than what we have here.”
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3 years
My favorite memory with my Mom came in 2004. That night, we stood together behind the goalposts as Tennessee beat Florida. So today, 13 years after her death, I’m watching classic CFB games, and UT-UF will be the nightcap. Gone but never forgotten.
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4 years
Repping some orange Power T gloves, #Vols WR commit @JulianNixon11 looks ready to roll for the final 24 minutes👀 @VR2onSI @mattraySI
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8 months
Hendon Hooker’s recollection of the day Josh Heupel was hired. It just means more, man. 🧡 PC: Hendon Hooker/Instagram
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#Vols RB Eric Gray had a nice little welcoming committee when he got back to the sideline after that 56-yard touchdown run earlier:
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