General Neyland’s sixth game maxim says it all: Press the kicking game, for here’s where the breaks are made. Tennessee football has a deep history of great players in the kicking game to help them win.
In fact, the Vols are currently owners of the title Punter U with NFL stars Dustin and Britton Colquitt, Matt Darr and Michael Palardy. They have also had numerous very good kickers, most notably the clutch performer Jeff Hall in the 1990s.
But what about the return game? This is where Tennessee football really shines throughout history. The Vols have produced many great kick returners and some elite speedsters, which is why they also have one of the best track programs in the NCAA as well.