With Tennessee Football on a bye, the basketball Vols have begun their preseason. Caleb Calhoun dive into both programs on Off the Hook Sports’ Wednesday, Oct. 4 podcast, looking at Rick Barnes comments and early betting lines. They also discuss comments Kirby Smart made and new NCAA rules updates. Jimmy Hyams joins.
Vegas favors Tennessee Football early vs. Texas A&M
Although it’s two Saturdays away, Tennessee Football is reportedly an early betting favorite against the Texas A&M Aggies. The line right now is the Vols by a touchdown. Of course, this is before Jimbo Fisher’s team faces the Alabama Crimson Tide but what does this say about the respect for UT?
Biggest Tennessee Football surprises, disappointments
Who are the most pleasant surprises for Tennessee Football so far this season heading into the open week? Which players are the biggest disappointments? Is it possible to get a good read on anybody to this point given the fact that the Vols have really only played two teams of significant caliber?
First down efficiency for Tennessee Football
Jimmy Hyams joins the show to discuss an article he wrote about first down efficiency being historically good for Tennessee Football this year. What’s behind this level of success? Does it have to do with the fact that Josh Heupel is coaching a much more run-oriented team than in years past?
Kirby Smart says every SEC team should be ranked
Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart, when asked about playing his first ranked team this year on Saturday in the Kentucky Wildcats, said in his opinion every SEC team should be ranked. How ridiculous of a statement is that, especially given the fact that the league is down this year?
Rick Barnes’ revealing Tennessee Basketball comments
Preseason for Tennessee Basketball opened on Tuesday, and Rick Barnes spoke to the media. Barnes made revealing comments about his team being deeper on the perimeter but defense not being where it needs to be. Is this proof that he has changed his philosophy on assembling his personnel?
NCAA might stiffen infractions punishments
On Tuesday, the NCAA Division I Council announced that it is looking into stiffening punishments for certain infractions related to show-causes and suspensions for coaches. Is this a desperate attempt to still stay relevant and flex their muscles? Will anything come of this decision?
