No. 11 Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel isn’t pulling any punches heading into Week 8. The Vols (6-1, 3-1 SEC) are heading to Columbia, South Carolina, to face the Gamecocks (3-3, 1-3 SEC), and Heupel made it clear on Monday that this isn’t a team to be underestimated. He’s talking about a South Carolina squad that’s “playing really well” and has his full attention.
Gamecocks Are Rolling, According to Heupel
Heupel specifically pointed to South Carolina’s road win against Florida two weeks ago, emphasizing that they “played extremely well all three phases of the football game.” That’s the kind of performance that puts a team on notice, especially when you’re hitting the road into a tough environment. The Vols need to be absolutely dialed in.
Elite Preparation Is the Only Way to Win
The big challenge for Tennessee this week? South Carolina had a bye week, giving them extra time to prepare. Heupel knows his team has to “make up that ground in our preparation and practice well” to counter that advantage. His message is crystal clear: it’s all about being “elite in our preparation” and playing “smart football on the road” to secure the win.
This Saturday’s showdown at Williams-Brice Stadium kicks off at 3:30 p.m. EDT, with ESPN carrying the broadcast. Wes Durham will be on play-by-play, Dusty Dvoracek handling analysis, and Taylor McGregor reporting from the sideline. For No. 11 Tennessee, it’s a huge test on the road against a team that’s building momentum, and a win is crucial to keep their season rolling.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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