In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr delve into Tennessee’s 36-23 victory over Vanderbilt in the Vols’ last regular season game, analyzing key aspects of the Volunteers’ performance. They discuss the significance of special teams, penalties, and the depth of Tennessee’s defensive line, as well as potential vulnerabilities Ohio State could exploit in the upcoming College Football Playoff game.
Tune in to hear their insights on how these elements might impact the Buckeyes’ strategy and performance.
The Rundown
00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks
00:37 Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt Game Recap
01:09 Vanderbilt’s Special Teams Performance
04:00 Tennessee’s Defensive Line Depth
07:47 Ohio State’s Offensive Strategy
10:41 Tennessee’s Run Game Analysis
13:42 Tennessee’s Fourth Down Decisions
16:55 Nico Iamaleava’s Performance
21:12 Tennessee’s Defensive Dominance
22:32 Effective Use of Tempo Against Tennessee
23:51 Tennessee’s Penalty Problem
24:28 Ohio State’s Penalty Advantage
25:34 Tennessee’s Inconsistent Discipline
32:49 Tennessee’s Vulnerable Defense
34:31 Key Matchups to Watch
35:47 Tennessee’s Momentum Swings
38:55 Special Teams Impact
41:05 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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