Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Jackson Lampley (50) and offensive lineman Jeremiah Crawford (53) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
It’s not everyday Tennessee football travels to the north and beats a ranked team on the road. In fact, the Vols haven’t done that since beating Syracuse 34-33 to open their 1998 national championship season. Well, they did it again, beating the Pittsburgh Panthers, who were ranked No. 17 in the AP Poll and No. 14 in the Coaches Poll, 34-27 in overtime.
This was a wild game that had a lot of ugly mistakes on both sides, but at the end of the day, Tennessee football came out with a win, and they shouldn’t feel upset about beating Pitt in their place. Heck, the Alabama Crimson Tide just struggled to put away the Texas Longhorns on the same day.
The win produced a lot of memorable moments, and for Vol fans who made the trip into hostile territory, it was probably even sweeter. However, even if you didn’t, there are plenty of visuals frozen in time to look back on. Let’s do that here. This is a photo gallery from Tennessee football’s win at Pitt.
The Pride of the Southland Band marches past before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00080
Tennessee fans wait before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00094
Vol fans wait before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00030
before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00145
At left Malinda Torbett of Ooltewah waits before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00034
Easton Howell, 7, of Knoxville plays corn hole before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00054
Tennessee fans watch the Pride of the Southland Band from a river boat before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00066
Tennessee punter/placekicker Paxton Brooks (37) preparers to take the field before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00133
Pride of the Southland Band Director Michael Stewart conducts the National Anthem with the Pitt band, before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00008
Fans wait to enter the stadium before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00085
Fans stand in line before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00046
Smokey waits for a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00103
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) warms up before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; The Pittsburgh Panthers take the field to warm up before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee defensive back Wesley Walker (13) and Tennessee defensive back De’Shawn Rucker (28) taunt Pitt fans before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00380
Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) warms up before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00164
Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel stands on the field before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00244
Tennessee fans sit in the stands before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00329
Tennessee wide receiver Jimmy Holiday (6) warms up before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00175
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) warms up before a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00296
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; The Pittsburgh Panthers band takes the field against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) looks to pass against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Jared Wayne (5) runs after a catch as Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Aaron Beasley (24) chases during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jaylen McCollough (2) defends Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Konata Mumpfield (14) out of the back of the end-zone during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jaylen Wright (20) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) passes the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Jacob Warren (87) comes up just short of the goal line as Pittsburgh Panthers defensive back Brandon Hill (hidden) defends during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; A Tennessee Volunteers cheerleader cheers against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) gestures as he runs to score a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) scrambles with the ball away from Pittsburgh Panthers defensive lineman John Morgan III (6) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) catches a touchdown pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers head coach Pat Narduzzi reacts on the sidelines against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers running back Vincent Davis (22) carries the ball against Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Wesley Walker (13) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) scrambles with the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) passes under pressure from Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman Roman Harrison (30) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Konata Mumpfield (14) runs after a catch against Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers defensive lineman Calijah Kancey (8) reacts after recording a sack against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) is seen on the field during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 02032
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs the ball during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01560
Pittsburgh tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) hurdles a Tennessee player during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01343
Tennessee fans react to Pittsburgh tight end Gavin Bartholomew (86) hurdling a Tennessee player during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01436
Fans cheer in the stands during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01187
Fans react during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01945
Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) is tackled by Pittsburgh defensive back M.J. Devonshire (12) during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00830
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs the ball during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00767
Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright (20) is tackled by Pittsburgh linebacker Brandon George (30) during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00869
Tennessee linebacker Aaron Beasley (24) runs Pittsburgh wide receiver Jared Wayne (5) out of bounds during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00555
Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) is tackled during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01136
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01029
Pittsburgh quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) throws a pass during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 02001
Pittsburgh quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) hands the ball off to Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00488
Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) runs the ball during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 01499
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs after a catch against Pittsburgh Panthers defensive back Brandon Hill (9) during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) runs after a catch against Pittsburgh Panthers defensive lineman John Morgan III (6) during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Jalin Hyatt (11) of the Tennessee Volunteers looks at the scoreboard after being called out of bounds in the end zone during the first half against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Gavin Bartholomew (86) of the Pittsburgh Panthers hurdles Trevon Flowers (1) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Israel Abanikanda (2) of the Pittsburgh Panthers slips away from Warren Burrell (4) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Head Coach Pat Narduzzi of the Pittsburgh Panthers reacts after flag on the panthers in the first half of the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Septmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Brandon Hill (9) of the Pittsburgh Panthers reacts after stopping the Tennessee Volunteers on fourth down during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Cedric Tillman (4) of the Tennessee Volunteers hauls in a pass during the first half against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Kedon Slovis (9) of the Pittsburgh Panthers throws downfield during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Kedon Slovis (9) hands the ball off to Israel Abanikanda (2) of the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Jalin Hyatt (11) of the Tennessee Volunteers attempts to haul in a pass after getting around P.J. O’Brien (22) of the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Kedon Slovis (9) of the Pittsburgh Panthers runs out of the pocket during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
David Green (2) of the Pittsburgh Panthers sacks Hendon Hooker (5) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Hendon Hooker (5) of the Tennessee Volunteers prepares to throw downfield during the first half against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
M.J. Devonshire (12) of the Pittsburgh Panthers reacts after knocking the ball away from Cedric Tillman (4) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
The Pittsburgh Panthers defensive line attempts to block an extra point by Chase McGrath (40) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Jaylon Barden (10) of the Pittsburgh Panthers attempts to slip away from Wesley Walker (13) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Jaylen Wright (20) of the Tennessee Volunteers gets wrapped up by Brandon George (30) of the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Gavin Bartholomew (86) of the Pittsburgh Panthers reacts as he runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Jared Wayne (5) of the Pittsburgh Panthers gets wrapped up for a tackle by Jeremy Banks (33) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball against Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman LaTrell Bumphus (11) during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball against Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Kamal Hadden (5) during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) warms up on the sideline as the fourth quarter begins against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jabari Small (2) runs the ball against Pittsburgh Panthers linebacker Tylar Wiltz (10) during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel looks on from the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Nick Patti (12) passes the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball as Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Aaron Beasley (24) chases during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Cedric Tillman (left) celebrates his game winning touchdown with tight end Jacob Warren (right) against the Pittsburgh Panthers in overtime at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) reacts after scoring the game winning touchdown against the Pittsburgh Panthers in overtime at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Konata Mumpfield (14) makes a catch against Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) in overtime at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Jackson Lampley (50) and offensive lineman Jeremiah Crawford (53) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers offensive lineman Gerald Mincey (54) celebrates after defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) and quarterbacks coach Joey Halzle (right) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers offensive coordinator Alex Golesh (left) and quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) celebrate as they leave the field after defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee defensive lineman Joshua Josephs (19) celebrates after a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03699
Tennessee offensive lineman Javontez Spraggins (76) waves the Power T flag as players listen to the alma mater after a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27.Tennpitt0910 03669
Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) jumps to catch a pass in the end zone during overtime during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt in overtime 34-27.Tennpitt0910 02457
A fan congratulates Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) after a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03748
Vols fans cheer during overtime during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt in overtimes 34-27.Tennpitt0910 02586
Jared Wayne (5) of the Pittsburgh Panthers celebrates with Gavin Bartholomew (86) after scoring the game tying touchdown during the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
M.J. Devonshire (12) of the Pittsburgh Panthers exits the tunnel during introductions prior to the start of the Johnny Majors classic game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
M.J. Devonshire (12) of the Pittsburgh Panthers exits the tunnel during introductions prior to the start of the Johnny Majors classic game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Jared Wayne (5) of the Pittsburgh Panthers hauls in a pass for the game tying touchdown during the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Hendon Hooker (5) of the Tennessee Volunteers gets sacked by Calijah Kancey (8) of the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on Spetmebr 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Nick Patti (12) of the Pittsburgh Panthers throws the ball downfield while under pressure by Byron Young (6) of the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on September 10, 2022.Pittsburgh Panthers Vs Tennessee Volunteers
Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) celebrates sacking Pittsburgh quarterback Nick Patti (12) on third down during overtime during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 02681
Pittsburgh defensive back Erick Hallett (31) attempts to tackle Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) during the second half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03076
Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball during the second half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 03142
Tennessee defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) looks to pass during overtime during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 02578
Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel looks to the field during the second half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27.Tennpitt0910 03411
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) scrambles with the ball during the second half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 03254
Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) runs the ball as Pittsburgh linebacker Tylar Wiltz (10) attempts to tackle him during the second half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03226
Tennessee defensive back Dee Williams (3) celebrates with an assistant during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 03036
Pittsburgh quarterback Nick Patti (12) throws a pass during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03475
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) stands on the field during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03286
Tennessee defensive lineman/linebacker Tyler Baron (9) defends Pittsburgh quarterback Nick Patti (12) during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 02807
Pittsburgh quarterback Nick Patti (12) signals to teammates during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 02616
Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03536
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs out of bounds during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 01570
Pittsburgh quarterback Nick Patti (12) hands the ball off to Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03530
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jabari Small (2) falls into the end zone to score a touchdown past Pittsburgh Panthers linebacker Bangally Kamara (11) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass during the first half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 00481
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) can not come up with a catch against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive linemen Byron Young (6) and Tyler Baron (9) celebrate a defensive stop against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Tennessee won 34-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (2) runs the ball during the second half of a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03455
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass defended by Pittsburgh linebacker Shayne Simon (32) during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Vols defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 03205
Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel speaks with officials during a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Tennessee defeated Pitt 34-27 in overtime.Tennpitt0910 01702
Peyson Moss, of Cookeville, greet players after a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Pittsburgh Panthers in Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.Tennpitt0910 03783
Josh Heupel now has UT riding at its highest point since 2016, when the Vols beat another ranked team on the road, the Georgia Bulldogs, off a hail mary to get to 5-0 on the season. Of course, they flamed out after that one, as the Butch Jones era unraveled, but it still felt great to be a Tennessee football fan at the time.
Although they aren’t quite in the position they should have been in after that win, Tennessee football is now in a great spot because of this one. Also, like that UGA win, which was the Josh Dobbs to Jauan Jennings game, this one left a lot for fans to want to look back on.
As a result, these images will be enjoyed for years to come. Tennessee football put on a show, and while it wasn’t a clean show like against the Ball State Cardinals, it was a show that people who follow them could enjoy. Maybe they’ll have a few more of those in the future under Heupel.
