This program might have been better off had the 90s not happened. Expectations were set that simply cannot be met.
Outside of a few short periods, Tennessee football does not play for SEC or national championships. It plays for dates in The Music City Bowl. The Citrus Bowl in a good year.
Tennessee fans would be well-served if reality finds a place. There is no shame in 7-5 to 9-3 seasons.
When it’s been 22 years since your last SEC Championship, it’s time to make accommodation with the situation.
Outside of a few short periods, Tennessee football does not play for SEC or national championships. It plays for dates in The Music City Bowl. The Citrus Bowl in a good year.
Tennessee fans would be well-served if reality finds a place. There is no shame in 7-5 to 9-3 seasons.
When it’s been 22 years since your last SEC Championship, it’s time to make accommodation with the situation.