From what I have read, I would agree that the contact tracing at UT is far worse than other schools. 14 days compared to other schools that just need 3 days and three negative test results. So I'm sure that hindered development for the younger/newer players. Not sure that it counts as much this deep in the season. Especially with us basically having three bye weeks. No excuse for us to look as not together as we have, lack of enthusiasm, and no real leaders stepping up.
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Not to mention that we started off the first 2 1/2 games looking like a complete team.