Tennessee football: Photo gallery from Vols' 63-6 win vs. Akron

They were facing the worst team on their schedule and maybe one of the five worst teams in FBS play. It was also a non-conference game for a Tennessee football team stuck between a huge road victory over the Pittsburgh Panthers and their SEC opener next week against the Florida Gators. Simply put, it had every reason to be forgettable.

Nonetheless, the Vols managed to sell out Neyland Stadium as they beat the Akron Zips 63-6 Saturday night. They didn’t let any hangover or any issue related to looking ahead get the best of them, and in the process, they put together a dominating performance. This just shows how hungry fans are for success.

With a sellout and another explosive offensive game, Josh Heupel and the Vols gave lots of fans plenty of images to look back on. Let’s take a look at some of those now. Here are notable photos from Tennessee football’s second victory over a MAC opponent in three weeks.

Players greet fans during the Vol Walk ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee offensive lineman Masai Reddick (68) on the Vol Walk before the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Tayven Jackson (3) greets fans during the Vol Walk before the game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel greets fans during the Vol Walk before the game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

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

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

Tennessee cheerleaders during the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive lineman/LB Byron Young (6) attempts to sack Akron quarterback DJ Irons (0) during TennesseeÕs football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) returns the ball 41 yards for a touchdown against Akron during an NCAA college football game against on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn. Cheering him on at left is Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80).Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) crosses the goal line for a touchdown during TennesseeÕs football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) tackles Akron running back Cam Wiley (1) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Akron head football coach Joe Moorhead during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee Outside Linebackers/Special Teams Coordinator Coach Mike Ekeler reacts after a play during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) celebrates a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) dances in the end zone before Tennessee’s home football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee fans take selfies in the stands as the team warms up ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) high fives running back Jabari Small (2) before Tennessee’s home football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee players warm up before Tennessee’s home football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) loses a pass in the end zone during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

High school band members play with the Pride of the Southland Band at halftime during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee linebacker Juwan Mitchell (10) and Tennessee linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) take down Akron running back Cam Wiley (1) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) looks to pass during TennesseeÕs football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) get the snap during the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive back Christian Harrison (29) tackled Akron wide receiver Shocky Jacques-Louis (18) during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Fans find their seats beneath the newly-installed V-O-L-S letters in the south end zone warm up ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) reaches for the end zone during TennesseeÕs football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) is tackled on a run during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel speaks with an official during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson (24) runs the ball in for a touchdown during an NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee fans watch as players warm up ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee offensive lineman Javontez Spraggins (76) celebrates after a play during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

A lone Tennessee fan among Akron fans cheers as the team takes the field to warm up ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive lineman Dominic Bailey (90) is defended by Akron defensive back Jordan Daniels (75) during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Walker Merrill (19) is tackled by Akron cornerback Devonte Golden-Nelson (32) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Squirrel White (10) catches a pass during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) goes down under Akron defensive lineman Ryan Johnson (4) during an NCAA college football game on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn. The play resulted in Tillman leaving the game with a lower body injury.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) throws a pass to Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee wide receiver Jimmy Holiday (6) runs on the field during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright (20) is tackled by Akron inside linebacker Andrew Behm (59) during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Jimmy Holiday (6) runs with the ball during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) runs past Akron defensive back KJ Martin (15) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) is down during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Akron quarterback DJ Irons (0) is pressured by Tennessee defensive back Jaylen McCollough (2) during an NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) is brought down by Akron inside linebacker Jeslord Boateng (9) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Smokey during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright (20) runs between Akron defenders during TennesseeÕs football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) before Tennessee’s home football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Pregame Bp 5 /

Tennessee wide receiver Squirrel White (10) smiles as he runs off the field during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) is tackled by a host of Akron defenders during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Students cheer during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee offensive lineman Javontez Spraggins (76) signs a fan’s football before Tennessee’s home football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Teammates celebrate after Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) scores a touchdown during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) get the snap during the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) celebrates a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Tayven Jackson (3) and Tennessee quarterback Gaston Moore (13) put on their uniforms as they warm up ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs down the field for a touchdown during the first half against the Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Akron Zips place kicker Cory Smigel (12) kicks the ball during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Akron Zips quarterback DJ Irons (0) sets ups to pass during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman Byron Young (6) rushes around the end during the first half against the Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws the ball during the first half against the Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jaylen Wright (20) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Princeton Fant (88) runs with the ball during the first half against the Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs with the ball during the first half against the Akron Zips at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Sep 17, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Akron Zips head coach Joe Moorhead coaching during warmups before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports /

Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) and Akron head football coach Joe Moorhead after the NCAA college football game between Tennessee and Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee linebacker Elijah Herring (44) sacks Akron quarterback DJ Irons during an NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Tayven Jackson (3) hands off to running back Patrick Wilk (35) during an NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Walker Merrill (19) makes a catch and takes it in for a touchdown during the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive lineman Elijah Simmons (51) meets with friends and family after the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive lineman Tyre West (42) celebrates after making a tackle for a loss during the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee fans celebrate after the win against Akron during an NCAA college football game on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Tayven Jackson (3) wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) celebrate after Jackson scored a touchdown during the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive lineman Omari Thomas (21) defends during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee offensive lineman Addison Nichols (72), Tennessee defensive lineman Maurese Smith (52) and Tennessee offensive lineman Jeremiah Crawford (53) celebrate after defeating Akron 63-6 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee tight end Hunter Salmon (89) leaps over Akron cornerback Tyson Durant (28) on a run during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Tayven Jackson (3) celebrates after a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Walker Merrill (19) makes a catch for a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Squirrel White (10) runs the ball during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee running back Patrick Wilk (35) runs the ball as Akron defensive back KJ Martin (15) defends during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee defensive lineman Joshua Josephs (19) celebrates after Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterbacks Joe Milton III (7) and Hendon Hooker (5) after Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee defensive back Brandon Turnage (8) with his daughter after Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

From left, Tennessee offensive lineman Jeremiah Crawford (53), Akron defensive lineman Kyle Thomas (55) and Tennessee linebacker Juwan Mitchell (10) after Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Akron quarterback DJ Irons (0) is rushed by Tennessee defensive back Jaylen McCollough (2) during TennesseeÕs football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) and quarterbacks put on their uniforms as they warm up ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) hauls in a pass by Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton III (7) during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Tennessee quarterback coach Joey Halzle talks with quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during warm ups before the start of the NCAA college football game against Akron on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee linebacker Elijah Herring (44) celebrates a play during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football /

Smokey during Tennessee’s football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) gets the catch over Akron cornerback Jalen Hooks (29) during an NCAA college football game on Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn. Tillman left the game after this play with a lower body injury.Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee linebacker Aaron Beasley (24) warms up with teammates ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee placekicker Chase McGrath (40) kicks the ball during team warm ups ahead of a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee fans cheer during a game between Tennessee and Akron at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Utvakron0917 /

Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) before Tennessee’s home football game against Akron in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.Kns Ut Akron Football Bp /

It wasn’t just a sellout. This was a day after the 50th anniversary of Tennessee football’s first night-game at home. The No. 7 ranked Vols beat the No. 6 ranked Penn State Nittany Lions 28-21 on Sept. 16, 1972 with Bill Battle as head coach and Condredge Holloway at quarterback.

Now, at 3-0 for the first time since 2016 and just the second time dating back to 2005, Tennessee football is giving its fans something to cheer about legitimately in Heupel’s second year. Covering the 47.5-point spread against Akron is something you can’t ignore and worthy of praise.

Next. Five takeaways from Vols' 63-6 win vs. Akron. dark

Of course, things will be much more memorable for Tennessee football if the Vols can beat Florida next week, which will get them to 4-0 heading into their bye week. At that point, the SEC East is truly on the table, even with the Georgia Bulldogs being as dominant as they are right now.

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Tennessee football: Photo gallery from Vols’ 63-6 win vs. Akron

By Caleb Calhoun | Sep 18, 2022