The RIVERSIDE: A Podcast on the Tennessee Volunteers

On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White break down Tennessee’s impressive road win against a stingy Georgia Tech squad. The trio looks at freshman QB Faizon Brandon's performance, including his dynamic athleticism that kept the Vols in the game. The offense earned its 37th game of 200 rushing yards under Josh Heupel, the 4th-most in the FBS over the last six seasons.

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The guys also look at the crucial defensive performance, including the numerous turnovers on that side of the ball. Fred breaks down what made Jim Knowles’ group work so well against Georgia Tech.

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The guys break down the rest of the key games in the SEC and nation at-large. What will UT need to work on in their upcoming game at home vs. Kennesaw State? Could Faizon have what it takes to push Tennessee to the playoffs? Find out on today’s episode!

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:51) Week Two Recap: UT Beats Georgia Tech 45-24

(5:54) Assessing Faizon’s Second Outing

(7:34) What Is Faizon’s Ceiling?

(9:05) Breaking Down UT Penalties On Offense

(10:48) Erik & Coach’s Officiating Memories

(17:13) Defensive Takeaways From Week 2

(19:25) Did UT Make Necessary Defensive Adjustments?

(22:25) Early Thoughts on Texas Matchup

(24:36) Reliable Vols Through Two Weeks

(27:33) Erik & Fred’s Freshman year Memories

(29:22) Offensive and Defensive Grades

(33:55) Why Tennessee Cannot Look Ahead To SEC Play Yet

(40:41) Recapping SEC Play From Week 2

New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White break down Tennessee’s dominant opening-game win against Furman. The trio analyzes Faizon Brandon’s first game as a Vol and discusses how he helped power a historic performance as QB1.

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The guys also look at the performance from the defense, including how new coordinator Jim Knowles has the group looking to start the season. Later, Erik makes the case for one UT linebacker that should get some more love after his impressive showing against Furman.

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Closing things out, the crew dissects the crucial upcoming road test at Georgia Tech and gives their game plan for success. Who will step up in Atlanta and bring the Vols to victory? Find out on today’s episode!

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:36) Week One Recap: UT Beats Furman 56-9

(3:48) Assessing Faizon Brandon’s First Outing As QB1

(6:22) Faizon’s Maturity As A True Freshman

(8:48) Evaluating The Offensive Line In Game One

(18:13) Defensive Takeaways From Week One

(20:56) Importance Of LB Jeremiah Telander

(24:35) Tennessee’s Defensive Depth And Versatility

(25:43) Arion Carter Served One Game Suspension

(32:04) Recapping SEC Week 1 Action

(40:41) Previewing Week 2 Road Game At Georgia Tech

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New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White break down Tennessee’s dominant opening-game win against Furman. The trio analyzes Faizon Brandon’s first game as a Vol and discusses how he helped power a historic performance as QB1.

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The guys also look at the performance from the defense, including how new coordinator Jim Knowles has the group looking to start the season. Later, Erik makes the case for one UT linebacker that should get some more love after his impressive showing against Furman.

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Closing things out, the crew dissects the crucial upcoming road test at Georgia Tech and gives their game plan for success. Who will step up in Atlanta and bring the Vols to victory? Find out on today’s episode!

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

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Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(00:36) Week One Recap: UT Beats Furman 56-9

(3:48) Assessing Faizon Brandon’s First Outing As QB1

(6:22) Faizon’s Maturity As A True Freshman

(8:48) Evaluating The Offensive Line In Game One

(18:13) Defensive Takeaways From Week One

(20:56) Importance Of LB Jeremiah Telander

(24:35) Tennessee’s Defensive Depth And Versatility

(25:43) Arion Carter Served One Game Suspension

(32:04) Recapping SEC Week 1 Action

(40:41) Previewing Week 2 Road Game At Georgia Tech

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New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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Thank you to our sponsor:

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On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White get you ready for Tennessee football’s opening game against Furman. The crew dives into Faizon Brandon’s Week 1 nod as the Vols’ starting quarterback, including what the true freshman brings to the offense. Will the defense under new coordinator Jim Knowles be able to help Tennessee’s true freshman QB succeed early in the season?

The crew also dives into the latest NCAA player eligibility issues, including how Arion Carter has been affected and what recent court rulings could mean for the future of college football. Then, get a complete Tennessee vs. Furman game preview, including game-week preparation, keys to victory and what each side of the ball must accomplish. Finally, the guys end the show with a tribute to Dolly Parton, one of Tennessee’s greatest icons.

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(1:12) Faizon Brandon To Start Week 1

(4:10) How To Gameplan For Faizon

(16:39) Can NFL Players Return To NCAA Football?

(22:11) Breakdown Of Lane Kiffin’s Comments On Pursuing NFL Players

(25:50) Is Arion Carter’s Suspension Justified?

(31:03) Preparing For Week One Against Furman

(35:02) Importance Of Practice And Scouting For Game Day

(40:32) Will Heupel Rotate Depth In Week One?

(42:17) Unpacking History Between UT & Furman

(44:42) Keys To Week One

(47:08) Remembering Tennessee Legend Dolly Parton

New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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On this week’s episode of THE RIVERSIDE, Phillip Fulmer, Erik Ainge and Fred White get you ready for Tennessee football’s opening game against Furman. The crew dives into Faizon Brandon’s Week 1 nod as the Vols’ starting quarterback, including what the true freshman brings to the offense. Will the defense under new coordinator Jim Knowles be able to help Tennessee’s true freshman QB succeed early in the season?

The crew also dives into the latest NCAA player eligibility issues, including how Arion Carter has been affected and what recent court rulings could mean for the future of college football. Then, get a complete Tennessee vs. Furman game preview, including game-week preparation, keys to victory and what each side of the ball must accomplish. Finally, the guys end the show with a tribute to Dolly Parton, one of Tennessee’s greatest icons.

​Have a question for Coach Fulmer, Erik, or Fred? Leave it in the comments! 👇

Chapters

(00:00) Intro

(1:12) Faizon Brandon To Start Week 1

(4:10) How To Gameplan For Faizon

(16:39) Can NFL Players Return To NCAA Football?

(22:11) Breakdown Of Lane Kiffin’s Comments On Pursuing NFL Players

(25:50) Is Arion Carter’s Suspension Justified?

(31:03) Preparing For Week One Against Furman

(35:02) Importance Of Practice And Scouting For Game Day

(40:32) Will Heupel Rotate Depth In Week One?

(42:17) Unpacking History Between UT & Furman

(44:42) Keys To Week One

(47:08) Remembering Tennessee Legend Dolly Parton

New episodes of THE RIVERSIDE will be released weekly. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow the show on all your favorite podcast platforms. For access to bonus content and to engage with the guys, the show and THE RIVERSIDE community, follow us across social media platforms @theriversideut.

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