Cedric Tillman
Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) tries to make a catch as he's defended by Missouri defensive back Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Rakestraw Jr. was called for pass interference on the play. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hooker throws three TDs, No. 5 Tennessee tops Missouri 66-24

By Al Lesar Nov. 12, 2022 03:55 PM EST

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) looks for an open receiver during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
No. 5 Tennessee can go undefeated at home against Missouri

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2022 10:55 AM EST

Kentucky wide receiver Barion Brown, right, runs past Missouri defensive back Kris Abrams-Draine, left, during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
No. 5 Vols looking to stay in playoff race hosting Missouri

By Al Lesar Nov. 10, 2022 06:10 AM EST

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) looks for a receiver as Florida linebacker Antwaun Powell-Ryland Jr. (52) rushes during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 1 Georgia, No. 2 Tennessee put title hopes on the line

By Charles Odum Nov. 03, 2022 09:34 AM EDT

FILE - Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith (4) rushes the passer in the first half of a NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022 in Athens, Ga. No. 1 Georgia finally has the chance to provide proof it again has a championship caliber defense. No. 2 Tennessee brings the nation’s top-scoring offense to Athens on Saturday while Georgia ranks No. 2 in scoring defense but must overcome the loss of outside linebacker Nolan Smith, the team’s sacks leader who has been lost with a torn pectoral muscle. (AP Photo/Brett Davis, File)
No. 1 Georgia loses Smith as D braces for No. 2 Tennessee

By Charles Odum Nov. 01, 2022 03:04 PM EDT

Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hyatt's 2 TDs lead No. 3 Tennessee over No. 19 Kentucky 44-6

By Al Lesar Oct. 29, 2022 10:44 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel watches play on the Jumbotron during the second half of an NCAA college football game against the Tennessee Martin Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 65-24. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Rare ranked showdown for No. 3 Tennessee, No. 19 Kentucky

By Al Lesar Oct. 27, 2022 06:10 AM EDT

Tennessee Martin quarterback Dresser Winn (3) throws to a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against the Tennessee Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Fant's big game powers No. 3 Tennessee past UT Martin 65-24

By Al Lesar Oct. 22, 2022 03:59 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel reacts to a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 3 Tennessee Vols insist they're focused on UT Martin

By Al Lesar Oct. 20, 2022 06:10 AM EDT

Alabama place kicker Will Reichard (16) kicks a field goal as Alabama punter James Burnip (86) holds during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 6 Tennessee beats No. 3 Alabama 52-49 on late FG

By Al Lesar Oct. 15, 2022 07:58 PM EDT

Alabama coach Nick Saban stands near the sideline during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Texas A&M, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
No. 3 Alabama braces for big road test at No. 6 Tennessee

By Al Lesar Oct. 13, 2022 06:10 AM EDT

LSU head coach Brian Kelly calls out from the sideline in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. Tennessee won 40-13.(AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Hooker, No. 8 Tennessee too much for No. 25 LSU, 40-13

By Brett Martel Oct. 08, 2022 03:53 PM EDT

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) leaps over Florida linebacker Ventrell Miller (51 en route to a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 8 Tennessee, No. 25 LSU geared up for Death Valley clash

By Brett Martel Oct. 06, 2022 06:16 PM EDT

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) escapes from Florida linebacker Shemar James (6) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 38-33. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 8 Tennessee looks to stay unbeaten at No. 25 LSU

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2022 12:34 PM EDT

FILE - Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman walks off the field after being injured during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Akron on Sept. 17, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee coach Josh Heupel said Monday, Oct. 3, that Tillman had surgery on his left ankle to speed up recovery from an injury. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)
Cedric Tillman had surgery to speed recovery for No. 8 Vols

Oct. 03, 2022 06:14 PM EDT

Florida head coach Billy Napier watches his team during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hooker sparks No. 11 Tennessee over No. 20 Florida, 38-33

By Al Lesar Sep. 24, 2022 07:44 PM EDT

Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) walks off the field after being injured during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Akron, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
No. 11 Vols can start ending No. 20 Gators' hold on rivalry

By Al Lesar Sep. 22, 2022 03:20 AM EDT

Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) breaks up a pass intended for Akron wide receiver Daniel George (3) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Hyatt's big plays lead No. 15 Tennessee over Akron, 63-6

By Al Lesar Sep. 17, 2022 10:43 PM EDT

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker throws a pass against Pittsburgh during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Pittsburgh. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
No. 15 Tennessee goes for 3-0 start hosting Akron

By The Associated Press Sep. 15, 2022 03:17 PM EDT

Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2), leads his team from the field after he scored a touchdown against Pittsburgh during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Hooker, defense lead No. 24 Tennessee past No. 17 Pitt in OT

By Will Graves Sep. 10, 2022 08:07 PM EDT