Tennessee hosted Akron in a sold-out Neyland Stadium on Saturday, defeating the Zips 63-6.Akron didnt have answers for Tennessee offense, a unit that posted nine touchdowns in a complete effort from start to finish.Tennessee didnt start as quickly as they did against Ball State, failing to score on their opening drive. However, Hooker and company soon found their rhythm, finding the end zone on their second drive of the game with a Jaylen Wright two-yard score.Wright looked good taking over the de facto number one RB role in the offense with Jabari Small exiting the game after the second play from scrimmage and failing to return. Unfortunately for Tennessee, the injuries didnt stop with Small. Star wide receiver Cedric Tillman got hurt when an Akron defender hit his leg hard when the Vols wideout was making an eight-yard open-field reception. Tillman immediately grabbed his leg and stayed on the field for a while, ultimately limping off on his own power. Like Small, Tillman did not return, but unlike Small, Tennessee quickly ruled out Tillman as his injury appeared to be much more severe.Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel had little to say on both players injuries after the game
Isaac Green Jersey, noting that he is simply hopeful nothing is serious.With Ced, we dont know yet at this point. Were hopeful. Same thing with Jabari, Heupel shared regarding the injuries.We held himfrom that point on out of the football game because of the scoreboard. Going to get those guys some treatment.The two offensive playmakers were gone from the game by the midway point of the second quarter. The Vols had tacked on two more scores in between Small and Tillman injuries with an impressive touchdown run from freshman Dylan Sampson on an option and a bomb from Hendon Hooker to Jalin Hyatt. Sampson score was his first of two on the night. The freshman cashed in well on the opportunity he had due to Small injury and turned in a highly efficient campaign of eight carries for 57 yards and two scores.Saw the same things that we see from him every single day, Heupel said when asked about Sampson.Consistent, understands what were doing. He a young guy that showed up in June and has, at that position, probably grasped what were doing better than anybody Ive been around. He is good in pass protection and understanding. Dynamic with the ball in his hands and understands blocking schemes. he a really good back.No campaigns were as efficient as Jalin Hyatt, though. The junior wideout exploded for 166 yards and two touchdowns on five catches. The yardage marked a career-high for No. 11, who has come a long way since last year.No shortcuts, Heupel said on the way Hyatt has worked since last season.Guy that wanted to be great a year ago and then worked to be great this entire offseason. He confident
Tennessee Volunteers Legend Jerseys, he understands. I trust him. Our coaching staff trusts him. If he telling you something that he sees on the field, you can take it to the bank. He understands what were doing, and he made a bunch of big time plays. His best football is still out there, and he going to keep chasing it. Im really proud with the way he played tonight.Last week, Hyatt was used primarily in quick and intermediate routes so that Hooker could quickly get rid of the ball against a daunting Pittsburgh front seven. This week, Hyatt showed he could make big plays
Princeton Fant Jersey, scoring on a deep 57-yard reception going down the sideline and taking a slant route 48 yards to the house. Hyatt speed, big play-making capability and nice hands have been on full display through three games this season. The Irmo, South Carolina native is proving he can be a top target in the electric Volunteer offense.Hyatt and Sampson four total scores combined with two short yardage touchdowns from Jaylen Wright to give UT their first six scores of the night. After the Vols led 42-0, Heupel opted to bring in the backups. The offensive depth showed out under the lights led by Joe Milton III, who once again demonstrated how much better his accuracy has gotten since last fall. The former Michigan Wolverine delivered two touchdown strikes in relief of Hooker, connecting with Ramel Keyton for a 57-yard bomb and hitting Walker Merrill across the field for a 38-yard touchdown.
