It’s rivalry week — the Third Saturday in October — and Tennessee is fired up for a trip to Bryant-Denny. The Vol Patriot & J-Mello break down every storyline, stat, and matchup heading into this SEC showdown.

In This Episode:

• Third Saturday in October history & why it matters to Vol Nation
• Joey Aguilar vs Ty Simpson — who really runs the SEC East?
• Key offensive players & stat leaders for Tennessee
• Alabama’s top playmakers & injury report
• Defensive breakdown and why Tim Banks must adjust
• How the Vols can beat Bama and silence the critics

Tennessee holds off Arkansas in a 34–31 thriller inside Neyland Stadium — but the narrow margin has fans asking questions about the defense.

In This Episode:

• The Vols start slow again after the bye week
• Officiating chaos and uncalled penalties frustrate Tennessee fans
• Joey Aguilar extends his 200+ yard streak to 28 straight games
• Deshaun Bishop rushes for 146 yards before injury; Peyton Lewis adds two TDs
• Standout defensive performances from Arian Carter, Farouk, and Hood
• Breaking down Tim Banks’ questionable play calling and prevent defense
• What must change before facing Alabama in Tuscaloosa

Tennessee is back from the bye week and set to battle Arkansas in Neyland Stadium — a redemption matchup after last season’s loss in Fayetteville.

The Vol Patriot and co-host J-Mello dive deep into the matchups, coaching changes, and what the Vols must do to stay hot.

In This Episode:

• Bobby Petrino returns to Arkansas as interim head coach
• How Sam Pittman’s firing changes the game plan
• Joey Aguilar’s breakout season and offensive stats update
• Arkansas’s key playmakers
• Defensive keys for Tim Banks and Arion Carter
• Why the Vols must start fast after the bye week
• Injury updates
• Final keys to victory — stay aggressive, protect Aguilar, and let Bu Carter return punt

Florida fans finally have something to smile about — a huge win over Texas. But before the confetti settles, it’s off to College Station for another battle — and maybe the biggest test yet for Billy Napier’s Gators.

In this episode:

• Recap of Florida’s win over Texas and DJ Lagway’s poised performance
• Dallas Wilson’s historic debut and what it means for the offense
• Defensive dominance and six sacks on Arch Manning
• Breaking down Texas A&M’s balanced attack and top-five ranking
• Why Napier’s job security could hinge on this game
• Final thoughts on the future of the program

Florida Gators fans are frustrated. After a tough loss to Miami where the defense carried but the offense collapsed, Florida now turns its attention to Texas in the Swamp.

In this episode of Gator Bites, we break down:

• What went wrong against Miami 🐊
• Why the defense continues to be Florida’s backbone 💪
• DJ Lagway’s struggles and Napier’s play-calling decisions
• Offensive line problems and lack of third-down conversions
• How Florida matches up with Texas and Arch Manning

Can Billy Napier turn things around, or is Florida headed for another disappointing Saturday?

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Tennessee edges Mississippi State 41–34 in a wild matchup that had it all: refs, cowbells, turnovers, and clutch plays in overtime. The Vol Patriot and co-host Jay Mello break it all down, highlighting both the highs and lows of the game.

Key Topics Covered:

• Offensive performance: Joey Aguilar throws for 335 yards, but drops plague receivers.
• Running game balance: DeSean Bishop and Star Thomas chip in critical yardage.
• Defensive dominance: 102 total tackles, big plays from Arion Carter, Joshua Josephs, and Tyre West.
• Game-changing moments: muffed punt, scoop and score, and overtime touchdown.
• Referee controversies: questionable pass interference calls and lack of consistency.
• Coaching impact: Tim Banks’ defensive adjustments and Josh Heupel’s late-game strategy.
• Final word: Tennessee finds a way to win on the road in one of the toughest SEC environments.

In this episode of The Vol Patriot Podcast, we break down Tennessee’s upcoming SEC matchup against Mississippi State in Starkville. With the Vols favored by just over a touchdown, there are big questions that remain:

• Can Tennessee’s defense, especially the secondary, step up on the road?
• Will Tim Banks make the necessary adjustments in his play calling?
• Can Josh Heupel keep the offense aggressive for four quarters?
• Key players to watch: Joey Aguilar, Star Thomas, Deshawn Bishop, Peyton Lewis, Chris Brazzell, and defensive leaders like Arian Carter and Jeremiah Teelander.
• Mississippi State’s weapons: QB Blake Shapen, speedy WRs Brendan Thompson & Anthony Evans, and a dangerous safety unit.
• We also cover the latest injury updates, what Vegas betting lines are saying, and our score predictions. This is the game where Tennessee must silence the cowbells early, keep their foot on the gas, and prove they can dominate both sides of the ball.

This week on The Vol Patriot Podcast, we dive headfirst into one of the ugliest storylines in college football: officiating.

• The infamous "hideaway" play from Auburn vs. Oklahoma — how did SEC refs let this happen?
• Why an apology letter isn’t nearly enough to cover up incompetence.
• How officiating blunders have long plagued Tennessee football (and why Vol Nation already knew).
• Sports media hypocrisy: when is it “take advantage of the calls” and when is it “this ruined the game”?
• The bigger issue — the ties between officials, conferences, and even betting.

We don’t pull punches. We don’t water it down. If you want unfiltered talk about the truth behind college football, you’re in the right place.

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