According to Phil Steele, UT's schedule is 2nd toughest in the country.....

[droner]

Bama's is 61st. If Bama wants to be in the playoff, it would be prudent to not lose a game. They could probably lose a regular season game, win the SECCG and still get in. It would depend on what other teams do. Oklahoma would be in trouble if it loses a game also. Their strength of schedule is 49th.

http://www.fbschedules.com/2014/08/phil-steele-2014-college-football-strength-of-schedule-rankings/

[volsboy]

Man, that don't inspire me to feel like Vols will be bowl eligible this season. If they are, then job well done by Butch.

[VOLMAN]

we will be more talented but likely the same record....like you I think 6-6 is very doable but not probable and if we make it.....great job guys! 

[Be-the-Vol]

Well, I don't see either of my teams making it into the playoffs (or top 15 for that matter).  I'll just hope for two bowls.  

[BanditVol]

fizzle bammer 

Another year, another grueling schedule for the Tennessee Vols while they are still down.  Silver lining....the experience of playing two tough schedules back to back will build character and toughness that could yield huge dividends down the road.