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In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the storied history of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, a program that has fielded a team for over 130 seasons and ranks in the top ten for all-time wins,. We trace the program's evolution from its "Lost Years" in the 1890s to its emergence as a national powerhouse.
Key topics covered in this deep dive include:
The General: The legendary career of Robert Neyland, a brigadier general who served three stints as head coach, compiled 173 wins, and established the "Seven Game Maxims" still recited by players today,. We discuss his defensive genius, including the NCAA record-setting 1938–1939 squads that shut out 17 consecutive opponents,.The Golden Eras: A look at the 1951 National Championship team featuring Heisman runner-up Hank Lauricella. We also examine the contributions of Doug Dickey, who introduced the "Power T" helmet logo, the checkerboard end zones, and the tradition of "running through the T" in the 1960s,.The 1998 Championship: How Phillip Fulmer, following in the footsteps of Johnny Majors, led the Vols to a perfect 13–0 season and the first-ever BCS National Title, led by quarterback Tee Martin and linebacker Al Wilson,.The Coaching Carousel: The turbulent years following Fulmer’s ouster, covering the controversial one-year tenure of Lane Kiffin, the struggles of the Derek Dooley and Butch Jones eras, and the firing of Jeremy Pruitt,,,.Modern Revival: The arrival of Josh Heupel in 2021 and the program’s return to national prominence,.We also explore the unique traditions that define Saturdays in Knoxville, including the Vol Navy on the Tennessee River, the bluetick coonhound mascot Smokey, and the anthem "Rocky Top",,.