TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The architect of Tennessee's resurgence won't be happy until the Volunteers are perennial championship contenders again.
Butch Jones, nevertheless, is proud of the progress the Vols have made in his three seasons as coach and confident the program is on solid footing as it moves into 2016.
Friday's 45-6 victory over No. 12 Northwestern in the Outback Bowl not only capped Tennessee's best season in eight years, but showcased some of the young talent that gives the Vols a chance to keep climbing.
"The road to success is always under construction, and we need to continue to recruit and develop, and continue to grow and elevate our football program," Jones said.