Jalin Hyatt
Vanderbilt punter Jared Wheatley (30) celebrates after Vanderbilt beat Florida 31-24 in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
No. 9 Tennessee eyes 10-win season in visit to Vanderbilt

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 05:00 AM EST

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) celebrates a touchdown with offensive lineman Dayne Davis (66) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Vols' Hyatt heads home, eager to show out vs South Carolina

By Pete Iacobelli Nov. 17, 2022 06:10 AM EST

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
High-flying Vols visit South Carolina with eye on CFP

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 05:10 AM EST

Oregon quarterback Bo Nix (10) celebrates a touchdown against Washington during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Andy Nelson)
College Football Picks: 2 high-stakes showdowns in Pac-12

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 16, 2022 04:41 PM EST

Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) tries to make a catch as he's defended by Missouri defensive back Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Rakestraw Jr. was called for pass interference on the play. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hooker throws three TDs, No. 5 Tennessee tops Missouri 66-24

By Al Lesar Nov. 12, 2022 03:55 PM EST

Kentucky wide receiver Barion Brown, right, runs past Missouri defensive back Kris Abrams-Draine, left, during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
No. 5 Vols looking to stay in playoff race hosting Missouri

By Al Lesar Nov. 10, 2022 06:10 AM EST

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker, left, fumbles as he is hit by Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter (88) in the end zone during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Athens, Ga. Tennessee recovered the ball and avoided a safety. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Georgia now college football's standard

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 05, 2022 08:56 PM EDT

Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) makes a catch as Georgia defensive back Javon Bullard (22) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
No. 1 Georgia shuts down QB Hooker, No. 2 Tennessee, 27-13

By Charles Odum Nov. 05, 2022 07:25 PM EDT

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) looks for a receiver as Florida linebacker Antwaun Powell-Ryland Jr. (52) rushes during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 1 Georgia, No. 2 Tennessee put title hopes on the line

By The Associated Press Nov. 03, 2022 12:30 PM EDT

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) looks for a receiver as Florida linebacker Antwaun Powell-Ryland Jr. (52) rushes during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 1 Georgia, No. 2 Tennessee put title hopes on the line

By Charles Odum Nov. 03, 2022 09:34 AM EDT

Georgia running back Daijun Edwards (30) runs for a 22-yard touchdown past Florida cornerback Avery Helm (24) and defensive lineman Princely Umanmielen (33) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
SEC schools aim to make conference, CFP cases in November

By Gary B. Graves Nov. 02, 2022 03:09 PM EDT

FILE - Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith (4) rushes the passer in the first half of a NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022 in Athens, Ga. No. 1 Georgia finally has the chance to provide proof it again has a championship caliber defense. No. 2 Tennessee brings the nation’s top-scoring offense to Athens on Saturday while Georgia ranks No. 2 in scoring defense but must overcome the loss of outside linebacker Nolan Smith, the team’s sacks leader who has been lost with a torn pectoral muscle. (AP Photo/Brett Davis, File)
No. 1 Georgia loses Smith as D braces for No. 2 Tennessee

By Charles Odum Nov. 01, 2022 03:04 PM EDT

Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hyatt's 2 TDs lead No. 3 Tennessee over No. 19 Kentucky 44-6

By Al Lesar Oct. 29, 2022 10:44 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel watches play on the Jumbotron during the second half of an NCAA college football game against the Tennessee Martin Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 65-24. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 3 Vols avoid looking past No. 19 Kentucky to Georgia

By The Associated Press Oct. 27, 2022 12:00 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel watches play on the Jumbotron during the second half of an NCAA college football game against the Tennessee Martin Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 65-24. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Rare ranked showdown for No. 3 Tennessee, No. 19 Kentucky

By Al Lesar Oct. 27, 2022 06:10 AM EDT

Tennessee fans tear down the goal post after defeating Alabama 52-49 in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 3 Tennessee revival has Vol faithful believing like 1998

By Teresa M. Walker Oct. 23, 2022 12:28 PM EDT

Tennessee Martin quarterback Dresser Winn (3) throws to a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against the Tennessee Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Fant's big game powers No. 3 Tennessee past UT Martin 65-24

By Al Lesar Oct. 22, 2022 03:59 PM EDT

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) leaves the field after his team defeated Alabama 52-49 in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 3 Tennessee hosting UT Martin of FCS for homecoming

By The Associated Press Oct. 20, 2022 02:16 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel reacts to a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 3 Tennessee Vols insist they're focused on UT Martin

By Al Lesar Oct. 20, 2022 06:10 AM EDT

FILE - Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker passes against Ball State during an NCAA football game on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. No. 17 Pittsburgh hosts No. 24 Tennessee on Saturday. Hooker was selected the top offensive player in the Associated Press SEC Midseason Awards, Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Tennessee QB Hooker leads AP midseason All-America team

By The Associated Press Oct. 18, 2022 01:02 PM EDT