We have the TEAM to beat Alabama

[TNHopeful505]

I really thought when we got Nico instead of Simpson we got the better end of the deal. I thought wrong.

 

[heupelsroutetree]

And we absolutely SUCK on third down defense. We are gonna get blown out. That defensive display yesterday was pathetic. Flickers of brilliance (not flashes) and a weak DL (nothing new this season).

Clueless emotional whimpering.
Cry harder

 

[volpreacher]

Ty Simpson is really poised from what I’ve seen.

As long as he has a clean pocket. On the run he struggles

 

[Johnnycatvol]

I’ve watched both teams all year, and Ty Simpson is a solid QB but he hasn’t played against a pass rush like ours.

Bama is not run dominant. That’s good because our rush defense is not good. Our offense is too good for their defense.

Football is like Boxing in that styles make fights. Bama doesn’t match up well with us imo.

I’m worried about referees in Tuscaloosa honestly. These referees need some accountability. In fair called game I like our chances in Bama.

Alabama's defense isn't great, their offensive line isn't very good, but their QB and receivers are scary. We will have to have a better effort from our defensive front 6 or 7 and defend the quick passing game better. And please do not leave Ty Redmond alone against anyone. I've given up on McCoy coming back until December if at all. We can definitely put some heat on Simpson, especially if Hobbs is in there (is he ok to go?).

On offense we have to score TDs in the red zone and not turn it over. We can definitely put up some points on this defense. I also think we can win a shoot-out. If we play like we did against Georgia, we'll win.

 

[BigOrangeFanatic]

Missouri ran all over bama in the first half. They haven’t played great defense either this year. At least ours gets after the quarterback and has created turnovers. That has been overlooked by many. GBO

We will score some points on them no doubt. The problem is we won't be able to stop them enough. You give us last year's defense against the run and I like our chances. If Petrino doesnt go in to dummy mode in the second half by trying to throw the ball on 1st down they beat us. He put his team constantly in obvious passing situations which plays to our strength in rushing the passer. If Bama's coach is smart at all, I doubt they do that this week.

 

[strkr]

If we don't beat Bama, I'm not sure winning the rest of the way and being 10-2 may be enough to get into the playoffs. They could be our signature win we need.

If Tennessee finishes 10-2 with losses to Georgia and Turd- two of the top teams in SEC at moment. Tennessee is in playoffs. If they go 9-3 that will be another issue.

 

[K87vol]

nope.
Ty is gonna smash mouth our defense. We still dont have a linebacker
that can cover flair passes and screens.

Well it's a tough match up that every team has to adjust to. Big enough to be a run stopper but fast enough to cover the back out of the backfield.
It's a tough place. We're actually better at than we were a couple years ago but it's every teams challenge.

 

[Swiftybaby]

He thinks pressure alone is going to save us lol. Hate to tell him, Simpson is elite and will make us pay for it.

Yes yes Simpson this Simpson that. We may as well not even get off the bus.

 

[Cartervol]

They may keep the defense on the field the entire game.. Can't cover for shat and this will be the best QB WR combo they've seen this year.. I'm afraid this may get ugly. This defense is a liability that's going to be problematic on the road against a team like this. They'll call every tick tack penalty they can on Tennessee and let Bama rip jersey's off all game with no calls.

 

[K87vol]

Be hard for Simpson to throw prolly with him on his back... I would think. If he does throw in that position I would think we would prolly take it for a pick 6.
Throw in a couple strip sacks and we should be good.
Go Vols!

 

[valoisvol]

Our defense sucks and offensive play calling is not what we used to be. That being said I expect us to play the best game of the season against those overrated elephants.

I’ll have what you’re drinking

 

[StuckInBamaVol]

Yes yes Simpson this Simpson that. We may as well not even get off the bus.

You don’t have to accept the truth. We could win sure, but with this defense it’s unlikely.

 

[StuckInBamaVol]

The thing is
@StuckInBamaVol , and others even confess that they knew jackcrap if Tennessee wins.

This isn’t 2020 Alabama, and Tennessee plays complete football in spurts. They just have to maintain that longer each game.

We are just smart enough to know that our defense is garbage, and bama will show how bad our pass defense is.

We’ve yet to play a complete game in SEC play.

I will definitely admit and eat crow if TN wins, but I expect the same from you if it’s a loss.

 

[kcvols1]

Our best bet is to run warp speed offense to try to score as many points as possible and a four man front on defense with some variation of a blitz every down. I’m sure we’ll go to a three man front with soft zone coverage, though.

We do that and our defense goes from Swiss cheese to Kleenex in about 2.5 quarters.

 

[K87vol]

You don’t have to accept the truth. We could win sure, but with this defense it’s unlikely.

LOL... now we could win for sure.

Good grief.....
Will you be at the game?

 

[kcvols1]

Yes yes Simpson this Simpson that. We may as well not even get off the bus.

Surely Ty Simpson will consume us with balls of fire from his eyes, and bolts of lightning from his arse.

 

[Clad in Big Orange]

Vols can win but we're gonna need AL's offense to make more mistakes than our offense does. That's a very difficult proposition playing at their place. We need our defense to come up with some turnovers because we sure haven't shown the ability to force punts much.

Essentially, the Vols must play better than they have shown they are capable of this season.

 

[DougVol]

I’ve watched both teams all year, and Ty Simpson is a solid QB but he hasn’t played against a pass rush like ours.

Bama is not run dominant. That’s good because our rush defense is not good. Our offense is too good for their defense.

Football is like Boxing in that styles make fights. Bama doesn’t match up well with us imo.

I’m worried about referees in Tuscaloosa honestly. These referees need some accountability. In fair called game I like our chances in Bama.

We need Bama to fumble 3 times on their side of the field w a sprinkling of false starts and holding calls.

 

[DarkMode]

We are not better than them, are you nuts

I have NOT seen us lose a game on the field this season. Our Georgia game was poorly managed from the sidelines. I HAVE seen Alabama get it's assed whipped by a 3-3 unranked Florida State. They barely got out of Georgia, and they just eeked by Missouri. I suppose some people want to raise a white flag before the battle begins and gaze lovingly at their Ty Simpson poster. I, like the rest of us, believe that we have not reached our peak yet. We have a great team that I believe will represent itself well in Tuscaloosa.

 

[jarnol32]

This is your worst take yet.

Ty Simpson will smoke us passing. You thought our run defense was bad, just wait until you see how bad he smokes us over the middle.

They win by at least 10. Yes, Simpson is that good.

Yes, we will bring pressure, but it will absolutely not be enough.

I think you’ve drank the Alabama kool-aid.
It’s not 2015.
Nick Saban is not coaching a roster that has 5 stars 3 deep at every position.
Ty Simpson is a good but not great qb.
Alabama is a good but not great football team.
If FSU can beat them we damn sure can.

 

[volnbama_]

I think Bama will win. I just dont trust Heupel enough on the road yet to feel confident.
But Alabama doesn’t run the ball well and Jam Miller will be out against us. Tennessee will definitely get pressure on Ty. They have a turnstile at RT. Josephs and Herring will abuse Formby all game so I’d expect Bama to rely heavily on quick passing game. It’s not a terrible matchup and this obviously isn’t the Saban Alabama anymore

 

[Sk8nby]

This is what i see for Bamer..

Power Ratings​

Rating	Points Above Avg.
Predictive	27.3
Home	35.0
Away	19.5

Key Offensive Stats​

Stat	Value
Yards/Play	6.1
Points/Play	0.489
Rush Play %	48.48%
Pass Play %	51.52%
Completion %	71.01%
3D Conv %	50.00%
RZ Scoring %	96.43%

Key Defensive Stats​

Stat	Value
Opp Yards/Play	5.2
Opp Points/Play	0.309
Opp Completion %	60.15%
Opp 3D Conv %	37.88%
Opp RZ Scoring %	75.00%

Going to be a tough game, but winnable, stats give the edge to them, but! If our guys go in with a defeated attitude, we lose. Stats give them the edge but we know stats don't always add up to wins.

 

[djones24]

I’ve watched both teams all year, and Ty Simpson is a solid QB but he hasn’t played against a pass rush like ours.

Bama is not run dominant. That’s good because our rush defense is not good. Our offense is too good for their defense.

Football is like Boxing in that styles make fights. Bama doesn’t match up well with us imo.

I’m worried about referees in Tuscaloosa honestly. These referees need some accountability. In fair called game I like our chances in Bama.

Did u watch our defense? Simpson may have 400 passing yards.

 

[Rocky Top T]

I have NOT seen us lose a game on the field this season. Our Georgia game was poorly managed from the sidelines. I HAVE seen Alabama get it's assed whipped by a 3-3 unranked Florida State. They barely got out of Georgia, and they just eeked by Missouri. I suppose some people want to raise a white flag before the battle begins and gaze lovingly at their Ty Simpson poster. I, like the rest of us, believe that we have not reached our peak yet. We have a great team that I believe will represent itself well in Tuscaloosa.

We are a good team, we are not great. Just be real

 

[Redleg68]

I’m not being negative, but Bama’s 3rd/4th down conversion rate will be insane unless our defense makes a major improvement this week. Our corners and DB’s will have to have career games which is all possible. Likely, unfortunately no but I appreciate your optimism.

I think that our defensive ends can be the difference. Looking at the FSU game, Simpson is a different QB under pressure.