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Monday's Hot 5 Threads
The following are the top 5 new threads posted in the forums by our members in the last 24 hours sorted by number of replies. 1. Another player leaving?posted by: Clockwork Orange — (53 replies – 2543 views) Rumor is Chris Donald is not happy at all about being 3rd on the depth chart at MLB…
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The Rearview
In this edition of The Rearview, we really do take a look back……with all the talk about what should/would/could be expected of Lane Kiffin and Co.’s 1st year at Tennessee, I thought I would take a look back at some notable 1st years with some of college football’s more well known coaches and programs. Not…
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Vols to Watch in the 2009 NFL Draft
By: Knox McCoy While Tennessee’s representation in this year’s draft may be a little lighter than year’s past, Robert Ayers leads a handful of Vols that should end up professionally and gainfully employed come the end of April. Arian Foster Foster is the embodiment of the tragic hero ideal at running back. By all objective…
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Guitar Shots to the Head: Political Capital
For most coaches, shaking hands and kissing babies is pretty low on the priority list. In fact, most of those dedicated to their craft would much rather spend time watching film and chasing recruits. Such was the case with Billy Clyde Gillispie. While there is little doubt in my mind that next year would have…
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The Rearview
I know, where have I been lately? Funny thing, I posted on Volnation a lot more often when I was employed. Whoever said looking for a job is a full time job wasn’t kidding. But things have kind of settled down now and I’ve had a chance to play “catch up” on all the goings…
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Coleman or Crompton?
By: Knox McCoy With the whirlwind of change and improvement Lane Kiffin has ushered into Knoxville, the biggest question he will encounter is one he may not be able to answer immediately. Lack of production at the QB position was the impetus behind last season’s disaster and Phil Fulmer’s subsequent removal. Clearly, that position will…
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Guitar Shots to the Head: Kiffin Sells
In a slew of recent internet posts, articles and stories on Lane Kiffin fans have had the opportunity to hear every side to every story. We’ve learned: • “there is no such thing as bad press” • that Al Davis still hates Lane Kiffin • that Urban Meyer has no comment • that UT coaches…
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If Not Kiffin, then Whom?
This entry is directed at the fans out there that are hardcore Volunteer fans, but bristle at Lane Kiffin’s ascension to the Head of Vol Nation. Who would have been the better hire? When the decision was made to force Phil Fulmer’s resignation, Mike Hamilton instantly put himself on the hot seat. Though he had…
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Guitar Shots to the Head: The Nekkid Truth
The most anticipated event since the hiring of Lane Kiffin finally came to pass. I’m not talking about the hiring of Ed Orgeron, the completion of the coaching staff, or even national signing day. Last Saturday UT fans finally got what they have been waiting on for over two month: The shirtless dance and the…
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Alabama Ups the Ante on Recruiting Strategy
(parody) Developing story out of Tuscaloosa… The recruiting world is atwitter with the latest volley lobbed in the battle of SEC recruiting. On Tuesday, word leaked of Ed Orgeron’s shirtless tactics to rally visiting juniors in an effort to pump them up about being a part of the Tennessee culture. Though the approach was instant…