Tennessee football: Photo gallery from Vols' 38-14 loss at Florida

For just a brief moment, Tennessee football gave fans some hope. Hey, Josh Heupel is in his first year as head coach, and the Florida Gators just came off of a loss, albeit an impressive 31-29 loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide. Anyway, a solid early showing by the Vols was naturally going to believe that Heupel was the guy who could beat Florida.

That all appeared to be the case when UT took a 14-10 lead in the second quarter. Heck, even when they fell behind 17-14, there was excitement that they could make this a game in the seconds half. That didn’t happen.

Florida scored 21 unanswered in the second half and finished scoring 28 unanswered overall. However, there were certain moments that gave Vol fans some happiness. Let’s look back on that and more with some of the images from the game. This is our photo gallery for Saturday when Tennessee football fell 38-14 to Florida.

Tennessee fans wave as the team arrives to the stadium before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel waves to waves while arriving to the stadium before a game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee fans line up outside before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee linebacker Roman Harrison (30) waves to fans while arriving to the stadium before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) arrives to the stadium before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Andison Coby (82) walks on the field before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) runs on the field to warm up before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee offensive lineman Dayne Davis (66) arrives during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Fans find their seats before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel walks in the Vol Walk before an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0058 /

Tennessee fans arrive before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Fans arrive head of a game between Tennessee and Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee fans line up outside before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Florida Gators tight end Nick Elksnis (84) enters the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 02 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen Jordans as they enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 11 /

Cheerleaders get the fans excited as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen greets his player on the field after the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Heisman Trophy Winner Danny Wuerffel arrives with family, friends and former Gators before the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen greets the team as they enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 13 /

Florida Gators shoes pass as they enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 15 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen gives fist bumps as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans scream as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators safety Trey Dean III (0) gets hug Megan Mullen as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators safety Donovan McMillon (13) greets Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen as they enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 07 /

Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) greets Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen as they enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 05 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen greets his wife Megan as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

The Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

The Florida Cheerleaders get the crowd excited as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvols /

Gator fans give high-fives and hand slaps from cheerleaders Saturday. The Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans cheer as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Zachary Carter (6) greets Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen as they enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 03 /

Ocala’s Tommy Bond poses with his family before the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators players enter the stadium during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 08 /

Florida Gators offensive line coordinatorJohn Hevesy during Gator Walk before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 06 /

Lt. Hood of the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office holds a young Florida fan as she wave to the Gator players during Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans cheer and give their best gator chomp as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators tight end Nick Elksnis (84) arrives with his game face on while wearing a Gators hard hat as the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen greets his son Canon Mullen and daughter Breelyn after the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Jevon Kearse walks with other Florida Alums and athletes before the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Gervon Dexter (9) flashes his grill during Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Heisman Trophy Winner Danny Wuerffel waves to Gator fans while arriving with family, friends and former Gators before the Florida Gators arrived for Gator Walk as they were greeted by fans before playing the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) runs out the tunnel prior to a game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws the ball prior to the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) throws the ball prior to the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs out on the field before an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0200 /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel watches as Tennessee quarterback Harrison Bailey (15) warms up before an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0174 /

The Florida Gators players warm up before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 17 /

The Florida Gators players honored the 50 Years of Women’s Sports at the University of Florida with special shirts being worn pregame before the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 16 /

A Tennessee and Florida fan sit together during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel watches as Tennessee quarterback Harrison Bailey (15) warms up during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee linebacker Kwauze Garland (15) warms up before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee defensive back Jaylen McCollough (22) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee defensive back Theo Jackson (26) runs on the field for warmups before a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee fans pose for a photo in the stands during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee punter/placekicker Paxton Brooks (37) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

A young Tennessee fan watches from the stands during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee placekicker Chase McGrath (40) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jabari Small (2) runs with the ball against the Florida Gators during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws the ball during the first quarter against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) runs with the ball as Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) tackles during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators safety Trey Dean III (0) tackles Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs past Florida Gators safety Rashad Torrence II (22) for a touchdown against the Florida Gators during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs the ball past Florida Gators safety Tre’Vez Johnson (16) and Florida Gators safety Rashad Torrence II (22) for a touchdown against the Florida Gators during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Florida Gators during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) and defensive lineman Caleb Tremblay (97) tackles Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) runs the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen reacts during the first quarter against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) waits for the snap against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators place kicker Jace Christmann (47) celebrates after making a field goal against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee defensive back Christian Charles (14) tackles Florida running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0802 /

Tennessee offensive lineman Cade Mays (68) tackles Florida wide receiver Jacob Copeland (1) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0573 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) hurdles a player during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0853 /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel speaks to an official during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0810 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) passes the ball during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0673 /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs the ball as Florida linebacker Amari Burney (2) attempts to tackle him during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0704 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) is tackled by Florida defensive lineman Princely Umanmielen (33) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0825 /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs the ball during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0725 /

Florida outside linebacker David Reese (4) tackles Tennessee wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (1) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0650 /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs for a touchdown during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1072 /

Florida wide receiver Xzavier Henderson (3) is tackled during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1185 /

Tennessee linebacker Tyler Baron (9) grabs ahold of Florida offensive lineman Jean Delance (56) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0940 /

Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) scrambles with the ball during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1158 /

Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) is tackled during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1174 /

Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) passes the ball during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1183 /

A fan holds a sign during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 0568 /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Jacob Copeland (1) fumbles the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Aaron Beasley (24) recovers the fumble against the Florida Gators during the second quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers place kicker Chase McGrath (40) misses the field goal against the Florida Gators during the second quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (1) fights off a tackle during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1687 /

Florida running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) celebrates a touchdown during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1493 /

Florida running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) escapes Tennessee defense during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1611 /

Tennessee athletic director Danny White stands on the sidelines during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1405 /

Florida running back Malik Davis (20) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1443 /

Florida running back Malik Davis (20) celebrate a touchdown during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1458 /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) celebrates with teammates after catching the first touchdown pass of the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 20 /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) catches the first touchdown pass of the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 18 /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Daquan Newkirk (44) tackles Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) in the first half. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs for a first down the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 19 /

Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman Ja’Quain Blakely (48) sacks Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) in the first half. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators safety Trey Dean III (0) tackles Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) in the first half. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) is face masked by Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) in the first half. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators place kicker Jace Christmann (47) kicks a 47 yard field goal for three points in the first half to make it 10-7 Gators. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators linebacker Brenton Cox Jr. (1) and Florida Gators linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (11) tackles Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) in the first half. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver JaVonta Payton (3) runs up the sideline after making a wide-open catch he will run for a touchdown during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 26 /

Florida Gators wide receiver Xzavier Henderson (3) makes a catch during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 22 /

Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 29 /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 21 /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Zachary Carter (6) gets the crowd hyped up during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 23 /

Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) stiff arms a defender as he runs with the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 24 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen and defensive coordinator Todd Grantham on the sideline during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 25 /

Tennessee Volunteers tight end Jacob Warren (87) stiff arms Florida Gators cornerback Avery Helm (24) after making a catch during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 28 /

Florida Gators tight end Kemore Gamble (2) hauls in a touchdown pass from Florida Gators wide receiver Trent Whittemore (14) in the second half to make it 24-14. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators tight end Kemore Gamble (2) hauls in a touchdown pass from Florida Gators wide receiver Trent Whittemore (14) in the second half to make it 24-14 as Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) leaps over him. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) escapes a defender and runs free for a touchdown during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 32 /

Florida Gators linebacker Brenton Cox Jr. (1) celebrates a defensive stop during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 35 /

Florida Gators wide receiver Rick Wells (12) makes a catch during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 33 /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) throws the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 37 /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) looks to throw the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 31 /

Florida Gators punter Jeremy Crawshaw (26) puts the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 36 /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Zachary Carter (6) clashes with Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Javontez Spraggins (76) during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 30 /

Tennessee defensive back Theo Jackson (26) tackles Florida running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1253 /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws the ball against the Florida Gators during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs with the ball as Florida Gators cornerback Avery Helm (24) defends during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs with the ball as Florida Gators cornerback Avery Helm (24) and safety Trey Dean III (0) defends during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (1) is tackled by Florida safety Trey Dean III (0) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel eyes the game during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee fans cheer in the stands during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) hands the ball off to Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) is blocked by a Florida defender during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee wide receiver JaVonta Payton (3) and teammates take the field during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs the ball during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee wide receiver JaVonta Payton (3) celebrates a touchdown with Tennessee wide receiver Jimmy Calloway (9) in the end zone during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Florida running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) scores a touchdown during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) scores a touchdown during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee linebacker William Mohan (18) and running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) tussle during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs the ball tduring a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) scores a touchdown during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee placekicker Chase McGrath (40) and Florida offensive lineman Richard Gouraige (76) defend against one another during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

A view of the game during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) evades Florida linebacker Amari Burney (2) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs with the ball as Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jaylen McCollough (22) defends during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Rick Wells (12) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel reacts with teammates against the Florida Gators during the third quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Florida Gators tight end Kemore Gamble (2) celebrates his touchdown pass from Florida Gators wide receiver Trent Whittemore (14) in the second half to make it 24-14 as Florida Gators wide receiver Justin Shorter (4) comes up to congratulate him. The Florida Gators played the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen and Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel greet after the game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Zachary Carter (6) and Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) celebrate as they beat the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Diwun Black (30) celebrates with fans as they beat the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) stiff arms Florida Gators linebacker Amari Burney (2) as he tries to escape during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 34 /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs with the ball as Florida Gators defensive lineman Princely Umanmielen (33) tackles with he face mask during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) fumbles the ball as Florida Gators defensive lineman Princely Umanmielen (33) defends during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Jacob Warren (87) recovers the fumble against the Florida Gators during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators safety Trey Dean III (0) tackles Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs with the ball as Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) defends during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Florida Gators wide receiver Rick Wells (12) stiff arms Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 25, 2021; Gainesville, Florida, USA;Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the fourth quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) misses a long pass while defended by Florida safety Trey Dean III (0) during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 2082 /

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) looks to pass during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 2250 /

Tennessee wide receiver Jimmy Calloway (9) misses a pass resulting in a turnover on downs during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1944 /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) looses his helmet during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1819 /

Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) tackles Florida tight end Kemore Gamble (2) during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 1733 /

Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) charges toward Florida quarterback Emory Jones (5) during an NCAA football game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Tennflorida0925 2177 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee linebacker Kwauze Garland (15) walks off the field after losing to Florida 38-14 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel disputes a call during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs the ball during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) is injured during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) walks off the field after losing to Florida 38-14 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs the ball past Florida safety Tre’Vez Johnson (16) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Florida offensive lineman Michael Tarquin (70) defends against Tennessee linebacker Tyler Baron (9) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) runs the ball past Florida cornerback Jason Marshall Jr. (3) and Florida safety Tre’Vez Johnson (16) during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Smokey X smiles before taking the field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee running back Tiyon Evans (8) runs the ball as Florida linebacker Ty’Ron Hopper (28) and Florida safety Trey Dean III (0) defend during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) looks to pass during a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel walks off the field after losing to Florida 38-14 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Kns Tennessee Florida Football /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Zachary Carter (6) and Florida Gators linebacker Diwun Black (30) yell through megaphones as they celebrate with the crowd of Gator fans after the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 56 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen applauds as he celebrates with the crowd of Gator fans after the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 58 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen fist pumps in celebration to the crowd of Gator fans after the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 55 /

Florida Gators defensive back Elijah Blades (19) pushes Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) out of bounds in the second half. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators wide receiver Rick Wells (12) runs into the end zone untouched for a touchdown in the second half. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Antonio Valentino (55) tackles Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) in the second half. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators wide receiver Justin Shorter (4) hauls in a pass over Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Alontae Taylor (2) in the second half. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) eludes Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman Da’Jon Terry (95). The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen wants the clock to run in the fourth quarter. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) breaks a tackle. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) breaks tackles while running the ball. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators linebacker Lloyd Summerall III (99) congratulates Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) after the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) finds an open receiver as the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jaylen McCollough (22) tackles Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5). The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jaylen McCollough (22) dives to tackle Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5). The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) celebrates with teammates after the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) is tackled in the fourth quarter. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Cade Mays (68) congratulates Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) after the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

The Florida defense swarms Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) in the final plays of the game. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators linebacker Brenton Cox Jr. (1) tackles Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8). The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Nay’Quan Wright (6) celebrates Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) touchdown in the fourth quarter. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators tight end Kemore Gamble (2) signals first down in the second half. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs upfield in the second half. The Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans watch and cheer as the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans cheer as the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans do the wave as the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Fans watch as the Florida Gators defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 38-14 Saturday September 25, 2021 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. [Doug Engle/GainesvilleSun]2021Flgai 092521 Gatorsvsvolsgatorwalk /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) bounces through the defense on his way to score a touchdown during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 50 /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) celebrates a touchdown during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 49 /

Tennessee Volunteers tight end Jacob Warren (87) makes a catch during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 45 /

Florida Gators safety Trey Dean III (0) celebrates after a big defensive play during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 41 /

Florida Gators running back Dameon Pierce (27) runs the ball up the sideline during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 39 /

Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen mad on the sideline during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 54 /

Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) runs the ball up the sideline during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 47 /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Princely Umanmielen (33) hits Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) as he fumbles the ball during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 43 /

Florida Gators defensive lineman Princely Umanmielen (33) grabs the facemask of Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) as he tackles during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 44 /

Florida Gators safety Trey Dean III (0) upends Tennessee Volunteers running back Tiyon Evans (8) with a big hit during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 42 /

Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) jump cuts around a defender during the football game between the Florida Gators and Tennessee Volunteers, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Sept. 25, 2021.Flgai 092521 Ufvs Tennesseefb 40 /

Obviously, it was a forgettable second half. That was true last year as well. However, there were certain aspects of the way the game unfolded to give Vol fans hope for the future, even as the fell to 2-2 on the year and 0-2 against Power Five schools. Their SEC opener at The Swamp in Gainesville, Fla. could have gone a heck of a lot worse.

With that solid first-half performance, there’s reason to believe in the Vols as they travel to Columbia, Mo. to take on the Missouri Tigers next week. They still have a path to six wins, which was always the goal Heupel’s first year on Rocky Top anyway.

Next. Five takeaways from Vols' 38-14 loss at Florida. dark

Once again, Tennessee football lost at Florida. However, it wasn’t a completely wasted trip, and the way they competed is evidenced by these photos. It may not have translated to a win, but it certainly showed the culture Heupel is building on Rocky Top. As a result, the game itself is worth looking back on for Vol fans.

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Tennessee football: Photo gallery from Vols’ 38-14 loss at Florida

By Caleb Calhoun | Sep 25, 2021