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Everything Josh Heupel said following Tennessee’s win over UConn

Everything Josh Heupel said following Tennessee’s win over UConn.

No. 16 Tennessee (7-2, 3-2 SEC) defeated UConn (1-8), 59-3, Saturday on homecoming at Neyland Stadium.

Following the Vols’ win, third-year head coach Josh Heupel met with media.

“I appreciate the crowd,” Heupel said. “Awesome atmosphere for homecoming. All the alumni that came back, former players. Really the last 48 hours in our building has been awesome to see. Seen a lot of people back. I appreciate everyone coming.

“UConn was really special to coach (Pat) Summitt. Playing in that type of game is a unique opportunity to honor her a little bit, also with Alzheimer’s awareness. I appreciate everyone supporting that cause.”

Everything Heupel said after the game is listed below.

Josh Heupel recaps Tennessee’s win against UConn

Josh Heupel recaps Tennessee’s win against UConn.

Tennessee won its seventh game of the season on Saturday.

The Vols (7-2, 3-2 SEC) defeated UConn, 59-3, on homecoming at Neyland Stadium.

“I appreciate the crowd,” Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel said following the game. “Awesome atmosphere for homecoming. All the alumni that came back, former players. Really the last 48 hours in our building has been awesome to see. Seen a lot of people back. I appreciate everyone coming.

“UConn was really special to coach (Pat) Summitt. Playing in that type of game is a unique opportunity to honor her a little bit, also with Alzheimer’s awareness. I appreciate everyone supporting that cause.”

PHOTOS: Tennessee football wears Summitt Blue against UConn, honoring Pat Summitt

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PHOTOS: Tennessee football wears Summitt Blue against UConn

PHOTOS: Tennessee football wears Summitt Blue against UConn, honoring Pat Summitt

No. 16 Tennessee (7-2, 3-2 SEC) defeated UConn (1-8), 59-3, Saturday on homecoming at Neyland Stadium.

Saturday’s contest was the first meeting between the Vols and Huskies.

The Vols totaled 650 yards (375 passing, 275 rushing) against the Huskies.

Joe Milton III completed 11-of-14 passing attempts for 254 yards and two touchdowns for Tennessee. He also rushed for seven yards and scored one touchdown.

Jaylen Wright led the Vols in rushing yards with 113. He also scored one touchdown.

Squirrel White led Tennessee with 94 receiving yards, while scoring one touchdown.

Elijah Herring led the Vols in tackles (seven), and Doneiko Slaughter led Tennessee in sacks (one).

Below are photos of Tennessee’s win versus UConn in Summitt Blue accessories, honoring former Lady Vols’ women’s basketball head coach Pat Summitt.

Social media reaction to Tennessee honoring Pat Summitt against UConn

A look at social media reaction to Tennessee’s win against UConn football in Summitt Blue.

No. 16 Tennessee (7-2, 3-2 SEC) defeated UConn (1-8), 59-3, Saturday at Neyland Stadium in Week 10.

Saturday’s contest was Tennessee’s homecoming. Tennessee also wore Summitt Blue accessories, honoring former Lady Vols’ head coach Pat Summitt.

The Vols totaled 650 yards (375 passing, 275 rushing) against the Huskies.

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III completed 11-of-14 passing attempts for 254 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. He also rushed for seven yards and scored one touchdown.

Tennessee is now 76-20-3 on the field in homecoming games (75-20-3 NCAA). The Vols’ win against UAB in 2019 was vacated by the NCAA Committee on Infractions during Jeremy Pruitt’s second season as head coach.

Following Tennessee’s homecoming win versus UConn at Neyland Stadium, Vols Wire looks at postgame social media buzz and reaction to Summitt being honored.

Vols defeat UConn for homecoming victory

Tennessee defeats UConn for homecoming victory.

No. 16 Tennessee (7-2, 3-2 SEC) defeated UConn (1-8), 59-3, Saturday at Neyland Stadium.

It was a homecoming victory for the Vols. who led, 35-3 at halftime.

Tennessee led, 7-0, on its second offensive play as Jaylen Wright scored on an 82-yard run.

After the Huskies kicked a field goal, the Vols scored 28 unanswered points before halftime. Joe Milton III completed a 60-yard touchdown pass to Ramel Keyton and scored on a six-yard touchdown run.

Later in the second quarter, Milton III completed an 82-yard touchdown pass to Squirrel White with 4 minutes, 34 seconds left until halftime. Tennessee’s defense scored before the end of the first half as Tyler Baron returned a UConn fumble to the end zone.

In the third quarter, Jaylen McCollough and Aaron Beasley had interception returns for scores to give Tennessee a 42-3 advantage.

Nico Iamaleava entered the game at quarterback for Tennessee and completed a 19-yard touchdown pass to McCallan Castles.

Milton III completed 11-of-14 passing attempts for 254 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. He also recorded seven rushing yards and one rushing touchdown.

Wright had eight rushing attempts and totaled 113 yards and one touchdown.

White recorded two receptions for 94 receiving yards and one touchdown.

PHOTOS: Tennessee football wears Summitt Blue against UConn

Tennessee-UConn football pregame social media buzz

A look at Tennessee-UConn football pregame social media buzz.

No. 16 Tennessee (6-2, 3-2 SEC) returns to Neyland Stadium on Saturday for its annual homecoming game.

Rankings reflect the US LBM Coaches Poll.

The Vols will host UConn (1-7) at noon EDT (SEC Network).

Saturday will mark the first meeting between the Vols and Huskies.

Tennessee is 75-20-3 on the field in homecoming games (74-20-3 NCAA). The Vols’ win against UAB in 2019 was vacated by the NCAA Committee on Infractions during Jeremy Pruitt’s second season as head coach.

Tennessee football releases depth chart ahead of UConn game

Ahead of the Tennessee-UConn non-conference matchup on Saturday at Neyland Stadium, Vols Wire looks at pregame social media buzz and is listed below.

UConn announces uniform combination for Tennessee game

UConn football announces uniform combination for the Tennessee game.

No. 16 Tennessee (6-2, 3-2 SEC) will host UConn (1-7) on Saturday at Neyland Stadium.

Saturday will mark the first meeting between Tennessee and UConn in football.

Kickoff between the Vols and Huskies is slated for noon EDT and will be televised by SEC Network. Dave Neal (play-by-play), Derek Mason (analyst) and Alex Chappell (sideline) will be on the call.

UConn announced its uniform combination ahead of Saturday’s game at Tennessee. The Huskies will wear blue helmets, white jerseys, white pants and white cleats.

UConn football releases depth chart ahead of playing at Tennessee

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Vol Walk time announced ahead of Tennessee-UConn football game

Vol Walk time announced ahead of the Tennessee-UConn football game on Saturday.

No. 16 Tennessee (6-2, 3-2 SEC) returns to Neyland Stadium on Saturday.

The Vols will host UConn (1-7) for its annual homecoming game. Saturday’s contest will kick off at noon EDT and will be televised by SEC Network.

“We are looking forward to homecoming week here,” Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel said. “I know it’s a noon kickoff, but I expect our fans to show up and show out in a great way and create a great environment. It’s a great opportunity to welcome back so many of our alumni here, so looking forward to that.”

Vol Walk will take place at 9:45 a.m. EDT ahead of kickoff.

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers cheerleaders entertain the crowd at the Vol Walk before the game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports

How to watch, listen to Tennessee-UConn football game

How to watch and listen to the Tennessee-UConn football game on Saturday.

No. 16 Tennessee (6-2, 3-2 SEC) will host UConn (1-7) on Saturday at Neyland Stadium in Week 10.

Rankings reflect the US LBM Coaches Poll.

Tennessee is ranked No. 17 in the College Football Playoff rankings.

“We are looking forward to homecoming week here,” Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel said. “I know it’s a noon kickoff, but I expect our fans to show up and show out in a great way and create a great environment. It’s a great opportunity to welcome back so many of our alumni here, so looking forward to that.”

Below is game day, television and radio information for Saturday’s Tennessee-UConn contest at Neyland Stadium in Week 10.

Social media reaction for Tennessee football honoring Pat Summitt

A look at social media reaction for Tennessee football honoring Pat Summitt.

No. 16 Tennessee (6-2, 3-2 SEC) returns to Neyland Stadium on Saturday in Week 10.

The Vols will play UConn (1-7) at noon EDT. SEC Network will televise the homecoming matchup.

Tennessee will wear Summitt Blue accessories against UConn, honoring former Lady Vols’ women’s basketball head coach Pat Summitt.

Summitt served as the Lady Vols’ head coach from 1974-2012, compiling a 1,098–208 record.

She won eight national championships, 16 Southeastern Conference regular-season titles, 16 SEC Tournament championships, while advancing to the NCAA Tournament Final Four 18 times.

Ahead of Saturday’s homecoming game against UConn, Vols Wire looks at social media buzz for Tennessee honoring Summitt. Social media buzz is listed below.