Pretty much agree with all, but I would add that pass protection must improve. This is a far more experienced OL now, yet we didn't block run or pass very well. Still, with the offense not hitting on all cylinders and with horrible punt/return play----we won. How many time would that have happened in the last 15 years?
The Vols need to start putting teams away when they have the chance. Second half, numerous times we had that shot but blew it with stupid penalties and dropping passes . That killer instinct..... getting that 4th down play.....etc
Some things I liked
- DL is getting better, they really knocked around the PITT OL and QB in first half
- Hadden keeps playing well, need more of him
- FG kicking
Some things that need to be corrected
- Punting, special teams - ugly
- Run game was weak. Wright has more explosion but you can't fumble. Would have liked to see Sampson
- Hooker needs to look for more guys than Tilman. Need to see more thrown to Bru