1*) When I look at the UT team (assumed starting groups) against our competition, I see as even / advantaged in 8 games, even / slightly disadvantaged in 2 games and outmatched in 2. I assume that we are disadvantaged in coaching and depth. I don't consider location,. Coaching assumption will show after Florida (WVu and UF). Hopefully, depth will not show since this is injuries to a couple of players in a group. Could show in 4Q of UF, pending our game planning.
2*). In my history with UT, they have won a few games, when they should not have. Better or better coached opponent, etc. However, team forced some breaks, turnovers, spec team scores, etc. I haven't seen this is a long time and I expect that we will start to see this again - make your own breaks (hopefully by executing our game plan)
Frankly, it is about time that UT wins the games it should and a one that it shouldn't. If the coach's attitude infects the players, ......