SEC goes down again - thanks, Vols

[Jaxcat]

Hate TN but don't like SEC losing to B10. And this is one of the matchups in bowls where the two teams were, record-wise, very evenly matched. Will Vol Nation start getting frustrated with Heupel? Seems like each succeeding year, they lose just a bit more. Other than Brad White, seems like DCs have figured out ways to at least keep TN from a relay race to the end zone. If they lose another 4 games next year, will Heupel be asked to move on? Just speculatin', of course. But Vol fans are not known for their patience.

[Helix]

Hate TN but don't like SEC losing to B10. And this is one of the matchups in bowls where the two teams were, record-wise, very evenly matched. Will Vol Nation start getting frustrated with Heupel? Seems like each succeeding year, they lose just a bit more. Other than Brad White, seems like DCs have figured out ways to at least keep TN from a relay race to the end zone. If they lose another 4 games next year, will Heupel be asked to move on? Just speculatin', of course. But Vol fans are not known for their patience.

I fully realize that I'm most likely in the minority, but like seeing the rest of the country catch up on the gridiron. It's good for the college game. And if I'm being perfectly honest, I grew a little weary of the SEC chest thumping in recent years. Just my opinion.

But to answer your question, I do think defensive staffs are catching up with Heupel a bit. Eight and five records won't cut it long term in Knoxville.

[largebluej]

Anytime the vile orange stain loses it is good for mankind.

[bthaunert]

I never understood rooting for teams that kick our ass year in and year out because they are in our conference. Maybe it makes us feel better for being a bad football team? The top tier programs laugh at us as a football program. Why would I root them on?

[Matt Dillon]

Hate TN but don't like SEC losing to B10. And this is one of the matchups in bowls where the two teams were, record-wise, very evenly matched. Will Vol Nation start getting frustrated with Heupel? Seems like each succeeding year, they lose just a bit more. Other than Brad White, seems like DCs have figured out ways to at least keep TN from a relay race to the end zone. If they lose another 4 games next year, will Heupel be asked to move on? Just speculatin', of course. But Vol fans are not known for their patience.

You don't have to wait until next year.

Tennessee Fans Want Josh Heupel Fired After 'Disgraceful' Bowl Loss - The Spun

[Jaxcat]

Wow - that didn't take long.

In general, I don't pull for the SEC as I'm fully aware our conference affiliation doesn't make UK'S performance any better. But, I do actively pull against B10 teams, when possible. I agrre about the SEC chest thumping - it's moronic when you're cellar dwellers.

[TrueblueCATfan]

I'm glad they lost since their fans were whinning about going to MCB

[Sjslhill]

They are spending $45 million for 2026, I’m certain they will improve some. It will continue until empty seats appear in Knoxville, trust me, it’s coming. We spent $100 a month more for food in 2025 compared to 24 and 23. Football tickets will soon be an afterthought.

[TrueblueCATfan]

I hope Vandy loses too

Can't stand that QB

[TrueblueCATfan]

Vandy loses to Iowa

[Jaxcat]

Pavia was the 'darling' of CFB for a while. Then, he shot his mouth off and acted like a twerp and a lot of fans turned on him. Sorta glad Vandy lost, also.

Man, SEC has been terrible in bowls this year. I know we have 3 of the final 8, but, evidently, the conference wasn't as deep as we thought. Which makes our futility even more embarrassing.

[Los Gatos]

Did you notice the goof by the Vandy punter? He ran past the LOS before punting the ball. The penalty is five yards and loss of down. Since it was fourth down, it's first down Iowa on the Vandy 10 yard line. I've watched college football for over 60 years and this is the first time I've seen such a flag.

Iowa scored a TD on the first play after the punt.

[largebluej]

Did you notice the goof by the Vandy punter? He ran past the LOS before punting the ball. The penalty is five yards and loss of down. Since it was fourth down, it's first down Iowa on the Vandy 10 yard line. I've watched college football for over 60 years and this is the first time I've seen such a flag.

Iowa scored a TD on the first play after the punt.

That was a new one for me too.

[Helix]

Did you notice the goof by the Vandy punter? He ran past the LOS before punting the ball. The penalty is five yards and loss of down. Since it was fourth down, it's first down Iowa on the Vandy 10 yard line. I've watched college football for over 60 years and this is the first time I've seen such a flag.

Iowa scored a TD on the first play after the punt.

It might be another 60 years before a similar call is made again!

[The-Hack]

. . . . evidently, the conference wasn't as deep as we thought. Which makes our futility even more embarrassing.

Hence, a non-moronic reason to hope/expect/cheer for a better conference record.

Thank God for Texas, as this is getting embarrassing for the whole damn conference.

Tired of SEC chest thumping????

Get ready for a year’s worth of Big Ten chest thumping, unless there is an All-SEC Final.