Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5), with help from drum major Julia Boylan, leads the Pride of the Southland Band in the playing of Rocky Top after Tennessee's win over Missouri in the NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Josh Heupel seems to be saving his historic performances for special games in which Tennessee football is recognizing certain people. Three weeks ago, when the Vols were hosting the UT-Martin Skyhawks, it was homecoming. He gave returning alumni the present of 65 points, the most points the Vols have scored under him.
Well, for Senior Day against the Missouri Tigers Saturday, Heupel put on another clinic to honor those who ran through the T for the final time. The Vols hung 66 on Mizzou, surpassing last year’s world 62-point total against them, and they also gained over 700 yards of total offense.
It was just the performance the Vols needed after last week’s tough loss at the Georgia Bulldogs. UT reminded everybody it is still a College Football Playoff caliber team, and they put on that show while recognizing those who did such an amazing job turning around the program under Josh Heupel. Here is a photo gallery from Tennessee football’s win.
Fans watch the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0001
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (12) warms up before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eliah Drinkwitz before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) warms up before the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, three police officers shot and killed a man after he pulled a gun and fired on them on Maple Street near Gallatin Pike in Nashville, Tennessee, on Nov. 12, 2022.Img 0258
Fans try to stay dry while watching the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0010
Fans watch the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0015
Jace Hernandez, 7, of Nashville watches the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0059
Fans watch the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0046
A young Vol fan watches the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0074
Vol Santa holds a sign that says “Thank you seniors” as fans watch the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0096
Vols walk in the Vol Walk before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0111
Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel and Jace after the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
A young Tennessee fan waits for the start of the Vol Walk for the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee defensive linemen Tyre West (42) and Amari McNeill (88), followed by quarterback Hendon Hooker on the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel with children Hannah and Jace on the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee fans wait for the start of the Vol Walk for the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee offensive lineman Braeden Krivosh (55) on the field after the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee fans wait for the start of the Vol Walk for the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) passes the ball against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee players on the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) on the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) on the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee fans wait for the start of the Vol Walk for the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee offensive lineman Brian Grant (73) on Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee offensive lineman Addison Nichols (72) after the Vol Walk before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers mascot Smokey X during the first half of the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel during the first half against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee fans wait in the stands for the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0150
Tennessee fans wait in the rain for the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0141
Tennessee fans wait for the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0212
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) warms up before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0205
Tennessee wide receiver Squirrel White (10) warms up before the game between Tennessee and Mizzou in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0164
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jabari Small (2) runs for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jabari Small (2) runs for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers in the first quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jabari Small (2) runs the ball against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs the ball against Missouri Tigers defensive back Martez Manuel (3) at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) passes the ball against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Tauskie Dove (1) celebrates with Missouri Tigers tight end Tyler Stephens (80) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Tauskie Dove (1) runs in for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Tauskie Dove (1) runs for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers running back Elijah Young (4) runs the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) congratulates tight end Princeton Fant (88) for scoring a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Princeton Fant (88) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) carries the ball he was presented during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team seniors before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee offensive lineman Jerome Carvin (75) is congratulated by Tennessee defensive back Jaylen McCollough (2) during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team seniors before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) carries the ball he was presented during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team seniors before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) carries the ball he was presented during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team seniors before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) is presented with a ball during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team seniors before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee placekicker Chase McGrath (40) carries the ball he was presented during a pregame ceremony recognizing the team seniors before the start of the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) reacts after catching a pass against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers mascot Smokey X during the first half of the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0453
Missouri defensive back Ennis Rakestraw, Jr. (2) celebrates breaking up a pass intended for Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0859
Tennessee linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) and teammate tackled Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (12) during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0777
Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (12) throws the ball during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0739
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel yells to the field during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0632
Tennessee defensive back Dee Williams (3) as Missouri defensive back Martez Manuel (3) attempts to tackles him during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0499
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel hugs Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during Tennessee’s Senior Day presentation before a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0290
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs out of bounds during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1079
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs onto the field during his last home game, between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0319
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws the ball during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0870
Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) runs the ball while defended by Missouri defensive back Jalani Williams (4) during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0824
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs the ball while defended by Missouri linebacker Ty’Ron Hopper 8during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1117
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Princeton Fant (88) during the second half of the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0466
Missouri head coach Eliah Drinkwitz speaks to officials during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0700
Tennessee defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) and Tennessee defensive back Doneiko Slaughter (0) are seen on the field during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0443
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) is tackled during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0896
Tennessee offensive lineman Javontez Spraggins (76) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1103
Tennessee defensive back Dee Williams (3) celebrates before his run is called back, during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0532
Tennessee defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0453
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Princeton Fant (88) celebrates with wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) after scoring a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Princeton Fant (88) scores a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) hands the ball off to running back Dylan Sampson (24) during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers fans during the second half of the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Dylan Sampson (24) runs the ball against Missouri Tigers defensive back Kris Abrams-Draine (14) during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Dominic Lovett (7) celebrates with wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Dominic Lovett (7) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Dominic Lovett (7) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jaylen McCollough (2) tackles Missouri Tigers wide receiver Barrett Banister (11) during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Fans are seen through the firework smoke during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0380
Tennessee defensive back Dee Williams (3) celebrates before his run is called back, during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0539
Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) is tackled during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0551
Tennessee defensive back Tamarion McDonald (12) celebrates during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 0466
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) celebrates his touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1595
Tennessee fans bundle up during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1483
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eliah Drinkwitz reacts to an officials call during the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jaylen Wright (20) runs the ball against Missouri Tigers defensive back Joseph Charleston (28) during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Jaylen Wright (20) runs the ball against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Dylan Sampson (24) runs the ball against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers tight end Princeton Fant (88) scores a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) hands the ball off to running back Dylan Sampson (24) during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers fans during the second half of the game against the Missouri Tigers at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Dylan Sampson (24) runs the ball against Missouri Tigers defensive back Kris Abrams-Draine (14) during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Dominic Lovett (7) celebrates with wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 12, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Dominic Lovett (7) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) runs the ball in for a touchdown during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Smokey X walks across the checkerboard end zone after a Tennessee touchdown during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) with the touchdown reception during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
***DUP***Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5)/Tennessee defensive back Kamal Hadden(5) is pulled down by Missouri linebacker Chad Bailey (33) during the NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) with a catch during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (12) is tackled by Tennessee linebacker Jeremy Banks (33) during an NCAA college football game against on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) drops the football and takes long steps into the end zone after scoring against Missouri during an NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Missouri wide receiver Dominic Lovett (7) loses his helmet as he is pulled down by Tennessee defensive back Brandon Turnage (8) during an NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) gets past the Missouri defense during an NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee defensive back Montrell Bandy (80) blocks for Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1360
Tennessee tight end Jacob Warren (87) is tackled during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1190
Tennessee fans watch during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1512
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) celebrates his touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1595
Tennessee fans bundle up during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1483
Tennessee running back Jabari Small (2) runs the ball in for a touchdown during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Missouri defensive back Joseph Charleston tackles Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2127
Fans bundle up during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2353
Tennessee tight end Princeton Fant (88) points to his family after making a touchdown during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2058
Tennessee wide receiver Ramel Keyton (80) misses a pass during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2178
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel yells to an official during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2250
Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright (20) runs the ball during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2205
Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel looks to the field during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2268
A Tennessee cheerleader cheers during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2340
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws a pass during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2161
Missouri football coach Eliah Drinkwitz during the NCAA college football game against Tennessee on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5 )is pulled down by Missouri linebacker Chad Bailey (33) during the NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright (20) celebrating after a play during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee defensive backs Dee Williams (3) and Cheyenne Labruzza (23) celebrate William’s long punt return during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn. A penalty negated the play.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during hist team’s game against Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.2022-11-12 -hendon hooker
Tennessee fans on the sideline cheer as Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) scores a touchdown during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee mascot Smokey X on the field during the NCAA college football game between Tennessee and Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee defensive back Trevon Flowers (1) and and Smokey X in their final moments at Neyland stadium after the win over Missouri in an NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) talks with Bru McCoy (15) after Hyatt scored a touchdown with help from a block by McCoy during the NCAA college football game against Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) and running back Jaylen Wright (20) walk over towards the Tennessee student section after the win over Missouri in the NCAA college football game between Tennessee and Missouri on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) puts a hand on running back Jaylen Wright (20) as Wright waves to Missouri players while they exit the field for the locker room after the NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) climbs a ladder to lead the Pride of the Southland Band after Tennessee’s win over Missouri during in the NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
***DUP***Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5)/Tennessee defensive back Kamal Hadden(5) stops for photographs with members of the Pride of the Southland Band after Tennessee’s win over Missouri in an NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5), with help from drum major Julia Boylan, leads the Pride of the Southland Band in the playing of Rocky Top after Tennessee’s win over Missouri in the NCAA college football game on Saturday, November 12, 2022 in Knoxville, Tenn.Ut Vs Missouri
Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (12) scrambles with the ball during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1908
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs out of bounds during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1679
A fan bundles up during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 1824
Missouri defensive back Joseph Charleston tackles Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy (15) during a game between Tennessee and Missouri in Neyland Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.Volsmizzou1112 2127
Similar to Peyton Manning in 1997, Hendon Hooker was able to get out in front of the band after Tennessee football’s memorable victory. It was the perfect type of celebration, but unlike Manning’s Senior Day, Hooker put on a show. On top of that, Hooker and the Vols still have two regular season games before any postseason play.
Obviously, they have to visit the South Carolina Gamecocks and Vanderbilt Commodores. Before looking ahead, though, it was worth looking back. Not only was the win sweet, but the extra score at the end was a perfect way to pour it on after Eli Drinkwitz’s joke about the Vols being under investigation and vacating wins before the year started.
On top of all that, it was also memorable that Tennessee football finally took the series lead over Mizzou, which had plagued UT since that program joined the SEC in 2012. UT lost five of its first seven to Mizzou but has won the last four, so all in all, it was a memorable afternoon.
