I think we were having an issue pass blocking (Sampson needs to really work on this in the off season) so we started running the ball more. Also, I don't know if our WRs were having issues getting open or if Nico was having a hard time processing a top level D in his first start but I'm glad we...
I think you're creating the narrative you want to believe. Maybe Heup asked Joe to opt out of the game so Nico could get experience going into next year. I highly doubt that our coaches or remaining players feel like Joe is letting them down in any way.
I honestly thought we were way beyond playing like this anymore but I guess I was wrong. We look flat footed and uninterested on every level so far. Our guys obviously thought Austin Peay was just going to give us the W without any fight whatsoever. Being a Vols fan is a f'n rollercoaster ride.