StephenHawkingsFootballBoots

That was such a fun game. The thing that stood out to me was how much better we executed in all all phases of the game. Okay, we had some mistakes and we gave up 39 points, but the progress is very visible. For example, just weeks ago we couldn’t even keep track of which players - and how many - were on the field. There’s no way this team could’ve gotten the FG unit onto the field and made the kick in the final seconds of the first half. It’s progress. Now for a painful next run of games…..

As much as I dislike Tennessee, I have to say that this is pretty cool. It’s an impressive thing to see.

This comment is disgusting and has no place on this website or any other.

Ridiculous. Calling a college kid a “punk” because he’s playing at high level and exhibiting the confidence necessary to play at a high level and to motivate his teammates. Just ridiculous commentary.

As someone who has rooted against Georgia every game this season, it’s crazy to me that people still underestimate Bennett and don’t give him the respect that he deserves as a great player. What else does the guy have to do to get people (outside of Georgia) to respect him?

This is a great match-up and should be one of the most entertaining bowl games to watch.

“Why not Saturday?” Umm, the game’s on Friday.

I feel bad for this kid. He deserved to finish the season on the field with his team and to enjoy his last bowl game before leaving UT. I hope his rehab goes well and he’s ready for the draft.

This has been a really weird week. First, I have to come to terms with me cheering loudly for the Vols last weekend. Now, I have to process self-deprecating humor from Saban. There’s a disturbance in the Force.

Not to nitpick, but LSU suffered their worst-ever home loss at the hands of Florida in 1993, not 1992. I was at that game and it was amazing. I love this rivalry and it’s kind of bizarre that we’ve never met in the SEC championship. Nothing but respect for LSU.

Despite being a lifelong Gator fan, one of my favorite quotes is an old Bobby Bowden gem, when said something to the equivalent of “It’s not my job to keep my team from scoring. That’s the other guy’s job.”

Well said. Here’s to a great game. The winner will deserve the trip to Atlanta. This was a great article. The line from his grandma’s letter really got to me.

I wish Tua a speedy recovery. College football is better with gifted players like him playing their best. I’ll still be rooting (a little bit) for LSU when they play, but I hope Tua’s on the field.

Yes! This is the most rationale and evidence-based thread I’ve seen in ages. Apart from the game taking place in Death Valley (which is huge), it’s hard to discern an obvious edge for either team.

As a lifelong Gator fan, LSU has always occupied a funny place in the rivalry hierarchy for me. Sure, it’s always a huge win or a bitter defeat, but I’ve never felt the “hatred” that accompanies match-ups against Tennessee, UGA, FSU, or (occasionally) Miami. It’s mostly just respect for a great program that we have the misfortune of being slated against as permanent cross-conference opponents. And here we are again: another huge game under the lights. It’s going to be a good one.