re: Vol fans, what are your true expectations for next season?

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With the exception of the top 5 roster, I think this *should* be the opinion of most UT fans.

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The only teams in the country that I would say have more talented depth than VOLS next year would be Alabama, Ohio State and maybe LSU.

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Realistically, if they don't win the east and have at least an outside shot at the playoffs, I would be pissed were I a UT fan. With UF possibly gaining momentum with another good season next year, UGA replacing staff and uncertain, it's time to capitalize or GTFO.

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Agree.

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Follow up question though: If UT fails to produce next season, do you still consider Butch a good hire or just another in a string of bad hires following letting Fulmer go?

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Even if Butch doesn't get Tennessee over the hump with an SECC, it still can't be grouped in with the Dooley hire. Jones inherited a flaming dumpster fire with no extinguisher in sight and will at least leave the cupboard stocked for the next guy.