The Official #6 Tennessee vs. #23 Georgia Game Thread, 8:00 PM ET, SEC Network

[Col_Cathcart]

Does anyone have a shot supporting the call? My DVR has lousy stop action. Knew it was close.

They showed one during the broadcast replay. It looked like it was definitely still touching his finger tips, but only just. It was really close.

 

[MoCo_Vol]

I think he’s averaging right around 8 this year so far. A good run in the SECT and/or NCAAT might be enough. Regardless, he’s had an incredible career.

7.6 but assuming he stays on average and we play 15+ he’ll have it.

 

[Voltopia]

Does anyone have a shot supporting the call? My DVR has lousy stop action. Knew it was close.

Oh it was definitely in his hand at 0.0 - no disputing that. He needed about 0.15 extra seconds.

The shot was still amazing.

 

[Doctrippin]

If the NCAA gives them 5 years before next season we may see him again

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

 

[sami]

Great team win, Z was awesome, as was Gainey, and the defense was stifling in the second half and jump started the run.

When they find a way to get Chaz going, this team could be lethal.

 

[SGMVols]

If the NCAA gives them 5 years before next season we may see him again

If he gets a 5th year and uses it, he’ll set both the assist and steal record so high it’ll never be touched in this lifetime

 

[SGMVols]

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

Yep I do think it’s a matter of time until the courts strike down all eligibility limits

The Diego Pavia case is just the tip of the iceberg

 

[Lefteye]

Great team win, Z was awesome, as was Gainey, and the defense was stifling in the second half and jump started the run.

When they find a way to get Chaz going again, this team could be lethal.

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[VolsAgainstTheWorld15]

Yep I do think it’s a matter of time until the courts strike down all eligibility limits

The Diego Pavia case is just the tip of the iceberg

Yep. If one operates under the line of thinking that taking away eligibility takes away a player’s opportunity to make legal money, there is certainly an argument that unlimited eligibility should exist. I foresee it happening given that the courts always rule against the NCAA.

 

[OrangeInKy]

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

Yeah, it's getting crazy .

 

[BowlBrother85]

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

Because this level of competition is still classified as being "inter-collegiate" athletics, with minimum academic requirements for eligibility still being enforced. NIL has not changed EVERYTHING.

Therefore, it's reasonable to have eligibility restrictions, based upon a reasonable amount of time needed to complete an education (which could be extended to include graduate studies).

 

[OrangeInKy]

If he gets a 5th year and uses it, he’ll set both the assist and steal record so high it’ll never be touched in this lifetime

Until the NCAA allows 10 year eligibility

 

[GiveHim6InSC]

Man. Listening to the post-game and Barnes talking about ZZ being the player that nobody wanted. Bob asked him what he saw in ZZ during his high school season and Barnes said “What you saw here. He’s like that all the time. The Lord blessed us with him.”
Talked about how he came on a recruiting visit and had to fly home on his own dime because of NCAA regs and it took him 2 days to get the money to go. He was on the verge of quitting basketball and CRB gave him a chance.
Little stories like this are what keeps me tied to college sports. One of the bright spots

 

[greenbacknative]

Great game tonite. Broke it open in the second half. Guys looked really good . Go Vols !

 

[VolsAgainstTheWorld15]

Because this level of competition is still classified as being "inter-collegiate" athletics, with minimum academic requirements for eligibility still being enforced. NIL has not changed EVERYTHING.

Therefore, it's reasonable to have eligibility restrictions, based upon a reasonable amount of time needed to complete an education (which could be extended to include graduate studies).

I agree with you, but what’s probably going to happen since we live in a day and age where the players have all the power is that “student athletes” become school employees which makes the door to unlimited eligibility wide open.

 

[DirtyDawg]

Man. Listening to the post-game and Barnes talking about ZZ being the player that nobody wanted. Bob asked him what he saw in ZZ during his high school season and Barnes said “What you saw here. He’s like that all the time. The Lord blessed us with him.”
Talked about how he came on a recruiting visit and had to fly home on his own dime because of NCAA regs and it took him 2 days to get the money to go. He was on the verge of quitting basketball and CRB gave him a chance.
Little stories like this are what keeps me tied to college sports. One of the bright spots

Yep, ZZ is the man! I hate that we lost, but that guy is enjoyable to watch!!! I’m a big fan of ZZ!

 

[walkenvol]

I agree with you, but what’s probably going to happen since we live in a day and age where the players have all the power is that “student athletes” become school employees which makes the door to unlimited eligibility wide open.

Who wants to keep watching the same guys play 6,7,8+ seasons? They’re going to kill the golden goose if they don’t get this thing figured out.

 

[TheMookieMonster]

Love Shack. His offense tonight was huge. Need more of that moving forward.

 

[Proud Army Wife]

Who wants to keep watching the same guys play 6,7,8+ seasons? They’re going to kill the golden goose if they don’t get this thing figured out.

I could watch ZZ forever. By far my favorite player.

 

[Anti-shunshinepumper]

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

I don't think they'll do it. It would take away from the new classes coming in. Their chance to play and make money and develop and all that.

 

[Anti-shunshinepumper]

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

I don't think they'll do it. It would take away from the chancees of the new classes to play, develop, and make money.

 

[Unconditional Surrender]

In the NIL era, the question is going to come up -- why can't players be allowed to play as long as they want? No restrictions.

If the NCAA can't limit athletes' ability to make money then they can't limit athletes' ability to make money. Simple as.

 

[patrick]

Talk about a tale of two halves. Night and day difference.

Great W!

Go Vols.

 

[Unconditional Surrender]

Zakai can make more at Tennessee than he can anywhere else next year. But if it gets to that point, it will be a completely different sport.

 

[Orangeslide]

I could watch ZZ forever. By far my favorite player.

ZZ is a warrior………a complete dog………….not backing down from anyone………anytime, anywhere.