At this point in the season, the Tennessee Volunteers are still breaking in a new quarterback (Jon Crompton) and learning how to execute Dave Clawson's "spread-like" offense. Tennessee hosts the Florida Gators this weekend. They're gonna lose, but the battle will strengthen UT's armor. The following week, Fat Phil takes his squad on the road to face Auburn. So...there's very little room for growing pains. That being said, I believe Crompton and the entire Volunteer offense will continue to improve as the season progresses. Georgia hosts Tennessee on October 11. The Vols could be a very dangerous two or three loss team when they travel to Athens. It will be tough for UT to defend their eastern division title, but if the Vols can steal two of these three games, there is a definite possibility of Tennessee advancing to Atlanta. Fat Phil's 2008 team actually reminds me of the 2007 Georgia Bulldogs. Before you question my sanity, here's why. Tennessee has one of the best running backs in the SEC in Arian Foster. Joining him in the backfield is talented passer, Jonathan Crompton. With more experience, the junior from Waynesville, North Carolina could develop into a top notch talent. On the other side of the ball, Tennessee fields a solid defense that is led by versatile DB Eric Berry. The season opening loss to UCLA was not what Tennessee fans expected. But, UT bounced back with a 35-3 victory over winless UAB. Crompton threw for 240 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Volunteer offense.
Click on the following link, to hear a stirring rendition of "Rocky Top."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_n9prNixjbg
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What was I thinking? UT looks terrible.
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