Tennessee Football wrapped up their home opener against Austin Peay, and while it was somewhat underwhelming, the Vols still got the job done.
There were several takeaways from the game, many of which can be highlighted here.
To briefly recap, there’s no denying that Joe Milton struggled at the beginning of the game. Still, everyone saying the season is over and completely doubting him is entirely wrong. On the other side of the ball, the defense was led by senior LB Aaron Beasley, who was all over the field last weekend, making play after play. Heupel also showed a small glimpse of his playbook, but Tennessee football has played against two far inferior opponents, and there’s no reason that Josh Heupel would flex his entire mastermind of a playbook for the whole country.
Highlights From Vols’ 30-13 Win vs. Austin Peay
Joe Milton III scores the first touchdown of the game:
On the keep!
— Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) September 9, 2023
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Joe Milton III connects with Ramel Keyton for a touchdown:
easy does it
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Kamal Hadden with a huge interception:
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Joe Milton throws a perfect pass in the first quarter, but Thornton dropped it:
This was an amazing throw from Joe Milton on the move to his left in the 1st quarter, WR couldn't come down with it pic.twitter.com/WEJCStEhze
— gmannVOLS (@gmannVOLS) September 10, 2023
McCallan Castles scores his first touchdown as a Vol:
give him SIX.
— Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) September 10, 2023
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Aaron Beasley had the game of his career and celebrated after the game:
Aaron Beasley with a night on defense.
— Casey Kay (@caseykaytv) September 10, 2023
9 total tackles, 2 sacks, 5 TFLs #Vols pic.twitter.com/UkvN2SBoOO
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