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  • 091 - THE THIRD SATURDAY IN OCTOBER IS HERE!!
    Oct 15 2026

    The Tennessee Volunteers are gearing up for a massive SEC showdown against the Alabama Crimson Tide, and we're breaking down everything Vols fans need to know heading into Bama Week! Who should start at quarterback for Tennessee? Should Vol Nation be worried about Alabama, or is this a matchup the Vols should feel confident about?


    We're diving into Alabama's injury concerns and discussing how those potential absences could impact the Crimson Tide heading into this matchup. Can Tennessee's defense take advantage, slow down Alabama's offense, and deliver another statement performance?

    We'll break down the biggest keys to victory for Tennessee football, what the Vols must do on both sides of the ball, and whether Tennessee has the right game plan to take down Alabama in this critical SEC matchup.


    Plus, we're giving our official score predictions and debating what it will take for the Volunteers to come out on top.


    In this episode:

    • Tennessee QB Debate: Who Should Start Against Alabama?
    • Alabama Football: Should Vols Fans Be Worried?
    • Bama Injury Report: Ryan Coleman-Williams
    • Can Tennessee's Defense Step Up Against Alabama?
    • Tennessee vs. Alabama: The Path to Victory for the Vols
    • Biggest Keys to Winning the SEC Showdown
    • Tennessee vs. Alabama Score Predictions


    It's Bama Hate Week, and there's plenty to debate. Can the Tennessee Volunteers make a statement against the Alabama Crimson Tide, or will the Tide prove too much to handle? We're breaking it all down from a Tennessee football perspective.


    Subscribe for more Tennessee Volunteers football coverage, SEC football analysis, game previews, postgame reactions, score predictions, and everything happening in Rocky Top!


    Let us know in the comments: Who should start at quarterback against Alabama, and what is your score prediction for the Vols vs. Bama matchup?

    #TennesseeVolunteers #TennesseeFootball #BamaWeek #Vols #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #SECFootball #VolNation #GoVols #TennesseeVsAlabama

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    44 min
  • 090 - What Do We Make of This Team Halfway Through the Season?
    Oct 12 2026

    The Tennessee Volunteers got the win over Arkansas, but it certainly wasn’t pretty. The Vols came away with a victory, yet plenty of questions remain as Tennessee football heads into the second half of the season. What went wrong, what went right, and should Tennessee fans feel encouraged or concerned after a frustrating win? We’re breaking it all down on this episode, including our weekly CheckerBalls awards for the best performers from the game.


    Then, we’re checking in halfway through the season and asking the BIG questions surrounding the Tennessee Volunteers. Why does the quarterback situation still feel unsettled? Where has the offensive line gone? Are the Vols at risk of losing their best wide receivers? And perhaps the biggest question of all: Is Tennessee’s defense actually LEGIT?


    We’re taking an honest look at Josh Heupel and the Vols, discussing the offensive struggles, evaluating the defense, and debating what Tennessee needs to improve if it wants to compete in the SEC and make a statement during the second half of the college football season.


    IN THIS EPISODE:

    • Tennessee vs. Arkansas recap: A win, but why was it so frustrating?
    • What went right and what went wrong for the Vols?
    • CheckerBalls: Who was Tennessee’s best player against Arkansas?
    • Midseason report card: Where does Tennessee football stand?
    • The quarterback situation: Why is there still so much uncertainty?
    • Offensive line concerns: What happened to Tennessee’s protection?
    • Wide receiver worries: Could the Vols lose their top playmakers?
    • Tennessee’s defense: Is this unit the real deal?
    • What must Tennessee fix heading into the second half of the season?


    Vols fans, we want to hear from you: Does this win give you confidence moving forward, or did Tennessee expose too many problems against Arkansas? Drop your thoughts in the comments and join the debate.

    Subscribe for more Tennessee football coverage, including Vols game recaps, SEC football analysis, game previews, score predictions, player breakdowns, recruiting updates, and unfiltered reactions throughout the season.


    GO VOLS!


    #TennesseeFootball #Vols #TennesseeVolunteers #ArkansasFootball #SECFootball #JoshHeupel #CollegeFootball #VolsFootball

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    56 min
  • 089 - Will the Vols Smoke the Hogs?
    Oct 8 2026

    The Tennessee Vols are moving forward, and there are plenty of questions surrounding this team heading into the next game.


    In this episode, we break down the latest Tennessee football QB situation and ask the biggest question: Is there more hope or less hope for the Vols at quarterback with GMAC at the helm? We discuss what Tennessee needs from the quarterback position and what could determine the direction of the offense moving forward.


    We also dive into the Tennessee offense. What do we need to see from Josh Heupel and the Vols offense? What are the biggest keys to winning the game? From quarterback play and the offensive line to Tennessee’s rushing attack and playmakers, we break down what has to happen for the Vols to have success.


    On the other side of the ball, we take a closer look at the Tennessee defense. What should Vols fans expect to see? What are we hoping to see from this defense? We break down the biggest defensive keys to victory and the areas Tennessee must control to come away with a win.

    Finally, we reveal our Player to Watch — the Tennessee football player we believe could have the biggest impact on the outcome of the game.


    In this episode:

    • Tennessee Vols QB situation
    • Tennessee quarterback battle
    • Tennessee football offense
    • Tennessee offense keys to victory
    • Tennessee football defense
    • Tennessee defense keys to victory
    • What Tennessee needs to do to win
    • Josh Heupel and Tennessee football
    • Vols football game preview
    • Tennessee football predictions
    • Player to Watch
    • Tennessee Volunteers football


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    41 min
  • 088 - QB Controversy In Knoxville??
    Oct 6 2026

    Tennessee football is 4-1 after a 24-14 win over Auburn, and the Vols are starting to find their identity on both sides of the ball.


    In this episode, we break down Tennessee’s win over Auburn and discuss why the defense continues to be one of the biggest strengths of this team. Xavier Gilliam stepped up in a major way, while the Vols once again found ways to make life difficult for an SEC offense.


    But did Tennessee’s offense finally find its footing? We discuss the impact of GMAC getting involved, the return of Desean Bishop, and a much-improved performance from the Tennessee offensive line. Nic Moore deserves plenty of attention for his performance, and we break down what his emergence could mean moving forward. We also talk about JACKSON ROSS and his continued impact for the Vols.


    Then, we look ahead to Tennessee’s upcoming matchup against the Arkansas Razorbacks and debate who should be starting on offense. Who should be at quarterback? What should the offensive line look like? And what changes could give Tennessee the best chance to continue its SEC success?


    Finally, we hand out this week’s CheckerBalls. Join us!

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    54 min
  • 087 - Can the Vols Bounce Back Against Auburn?
    Oct 2 2026

    Tennessee Vols vs Auburn Preview | Can the Vols Bounce Back? | Tennessee Football Podcast

    Can the Tennessee Vols bounce back against Auburn?


    After a disappointing performance, Tennessee faces another SEC test against the Auburn Tigers. In Episode 087 of The Checkerboard Network, we break down everything Tennessee needs to do to get back on track and come away with a win.


    We discuss the biggest questions surrounding the Vols heading into Auburn, including:

    • What progress does Tennessee’s offense need to make this week?
    • Can the Vols get the passing game and rushing attack back on track?
    • Should Tennessee fans be concerned about Auburn’s defense after its strong performance against Vanderbilt?
    • What does Josh Heupel need to change heading into this SEC matchup?
    • What are the biggest keys to a Tennessee victory?
    • Which Tennessee players need to step up against Auburn?


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    41 min
  • 086 - The Vols Lose the Battle of Orange
    Sep 28 2026

    The Vols fall against the Longhorns. Logan and Alec break down everything from the Tennessee vs. Texas matchup.


    The Vols faced Texas in one of the biggest games of the season, and there is plenty to discuss. From Tennessee football’s offensive struggles and the defense’s battle against Texas to the quarterback play, key moments, and decisions that shaped the game, we’re breaking it all down.


    In this episode of The Checkerboard Network, we react to the Tennessee vs. Texas game and discuss what we learned about Josh Heupel, the Tennessee Volunteers, and their outlook for the rest of the SEC season as we continue to learn more about this team!


    Was this the game that showed what Tennessee can be this season? Let us know your biggest takeaway from Tennessee vs. Texas in the comments.


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    1 ora e 1 min
  • 085 - The Battle FOR UT
    Sep 23 2026

    Tennessee Vols vs Texas Longhorns is finally here. The Tennessee football team faces Texas in a massive SEC matchup at Neyland Stadium, and the Vols will need to win in key statistical areas to pull off the victory.


    In this episode, we break down the Tennessee vs Texas matchup, the stats Tennessee needs to win, the biggest keys to the game, the most important matchups, and our predictions for the final score.


    Can Tennessee beat Texas? What does Tennessee need to do statistically to win?


    Drop your Tennessee vs Texas score prediction in the comments.

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    47 min
  • WELCOME TO THE SHOW
    Sep 20 2026

    Welcome! If you are listening, you must be new! We are just two dudes talking Vols. We will not talk anything else! Join us twice a week, on Sundays and in the midweek, as we discuss all that is happening for the Big Orange!

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    3 min