Tennessee finished the 2000 season 8-4 (5-3 SEC).
The Vols lost to Kansas State (11-3), 35-21, in the Cotton Bowl on Jan. 1, 2001. Temperature at kickoff was 29 degrees Fahrenheit in Dallas, Texas. The contest was played in snow and ice.
Tennessee freshman quarterback Casey Clausen completed 7-of-25 passing attempts for 120 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions. He was sacked two times.
Running back Travis Henry recorded 180 rushing yards and one touchdown on 17 attempts for the Vols.
Kansas State quarterback Jon Beasley totaled 210 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, 98 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown.
Below are photos of the Tennessee-Kansas State game at the Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Day in inclement conditions.