Vols Vault Into Top 10

The Tennessee Vols made a major move into the top 10 in the latest AP poll. While voters weren’t impressed with the Vols 69-3 drubbing of Chattanooga on August 31, their taming of the Wolfpack from NC State in Charlotte Saturday night raised eyebrows. NC state came into the game ranked 24th in the nation.

While the offense was dynamic, it was the defense that impressed as 16 different Vols recorded at least half a tackle for loss. The Volos had 13 tackles for loss and held the Wolfpack to just 39 rushing yards on 28 carries. NC State passed for just 104 yards. It was total domination as the Vols go to 2-0 with a 51-10 win in Charlotte. That win vaulted Tennessee into the top 10 landing them at number 7 in the latest poll. The Vols return home to host Kent State on Saturday at Neyland Stadium.