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Students take in last Boomsday >>See page 6
Vols get grades for season opener >>See page 10 Senior Kyler Kerbyson protects the runner from the opponent during the game. Esther Choo • The Daily Beacon
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SOLD OUT When most universities are having problems getting them to come early and stay to the end of the game, we have not had that problem at Tennessee.” Butch Jones, football head coach
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Vols run past Bowling Green 59-30 Jonathan Toye
Sports Editor NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee senior left tackle Kyler Kerbyson perfectly summarized No. 25 Tennessee’s season opener against Bowling Green. “It was definitely bizarre,” Kerbyson said. “And very, very long.” But he is not complaining about the result.
Tennessee outlasted Bowling Green Saturday night at Nissan Stadium, defeating the Falcons, 59-30, in a game that lasted over five hours and that featured an 80-minute lightning delay. Kerbyson helped the Vols produce their best rushing output in over 20 years, as they rushed for 399 yards on 64 carries. Alvin Kamara ran for 144 yards — the most yards for a running back in his Tennessee debut — and Jalen Hurd added 124 on 23 carries, as the duo became the first Tennessee running back tandem to each
rush for over 100 yards since the 2009 seasonopening win over Western Kentucky. “We really take pride in running the ball as an offensive line,” Kerybson said. “And having that many rushing yards in a game is awesome.” “I thought we were able to control the line of scrimmage (and) run the football,” Tennessee coach Butch Jones added. “I was really proud of the offensive line and the (running) backs and even the wideouts.” See FOOTBALL on Page 8
Privatized custodial proposition prompts backlash and protests Hannah Marley Staff Writer Facilities Services protesters have a message for Gov. Haslam: “Hell no, we won’t go.” Such chants and signs emblazoned with the hashtag “Tennessee is not for sale” lined Cumberland Avenue on Thursday afternoon as members of United Campus Workers and the
Progressive Student Alliance voiced their frustration for Governor Haslam’s plan to privatize state-run institutions across Tennessee. This plan could result in lost benefits, reduced wages and terminated jobs for many of UT’s custodial and maintenance staff. Josh Smyser, a custodial worker and member of United Campus Workers, said despite Haslam’s claims that the change would be more cost-effective — supposedly saving the state $20 million — the resulting unemployment would counteract that change by harming local
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employees and cutting benefits for those that remain. “This is very negative and would mean the loss of many jobs, and the jobs that remained would be low wage and low benefit jobs,” Smyser said. “The effect this is going to have on workers means this isn’t a financially sound decision for the state. If I’m laid off, I’m collecting unemployment. I’m on Tenncare, I’m paying a smaller amount in taxes.” See PROTEST on Page 3
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UT takes down gender-neutral pronoun list Staff Report On the evening of Sept. 4, UT administrators announced their decision to take down the list of gender neutral pronouns after an onslaught of negative media attention claiming the university had implemented a policy on the issue. In an emailed letter, UT President Joe DiPeitro expressed his “deep concern” over the state and national attention that the list received and stated any reference to gender neutral language or campus-wide policies could not be implemented as policy without official review. While DiPeitro recognizes the conversation as “appropriate” for a college campus, he reiterated his explanation on gender neutral references in the letter’s concluding paragraph: “Chancellor Cheek and I have agreed that references to the use of gender-neutral pronouns will be removed from the Office for Diversity and Inclusion website. Chancellor Cheek will instruct the Vice Chancellors not to publish any campus-wide practice or policy without his approval after review with the Cabinet.”
In response to the list’s removal, the Pride Center tweeted links to inclusive language clauses in multiple university bylines across the nation in an effort to amass evidence for the practice of gender inclusive language. These tweets include documents and guides for gender inclusive pronouns from American University, Boston University, UC Davis, University of Pittsburgh, East Carolina University, Illinois State and National LGBTI Health Alliance in Australia. Several state legislators, namely Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey, have threatened legal action over the list. Ramsey expressed his thanks in a official statement to DiPeitro for “making sure this kind of political correctedness is not acceptable at the University of Tennessee.” According to an article in Friday’s Tennessean, (http://www.tennessean.com/story/news/education/2015/09/03/senate-panel-review-ut-pronouns-post-october/71634404/123) the state’s Senate Education Subcommittee has scheduled a panel review session on the issue of gender neutral pronouns in October. The meetings will be held on Oct. 14 and 15 at Legislative Plaza in Nashville, Tenn.
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DISPATCHES American dentist who killed Cecil the lion set to return to work
Uber raises over $1 billion in Chinese expansion
Walter Palmer, the Minneapolis dentist whose killing of Cecil the lion launched global protests on poaching, returned to his dentistry office on Tuesday afternoon. In a joint interview with Associated Press and the Minneapolis Tribune, Palmer reiterated his belief that his hunt was completely legal and that he was stunned to discover his hunting party had killed one of Africa’s most cherished creatures. At the time, Cecil was tracked via GPS by researchers at Oxford University while living the vast Hwange National Park. Palmer stated that he shot the black-maned lion with a compound bow while outside the park borders, disputing conservationist claims that he followed the wounded animals for 40 hours before finishing the kill with a rifle.
The ridesharing company Uber has raised over $1.2 billion in order to further expand its services in China, according to an interview with its chief executive, Travis Kalanick. Uber currently operates in 11 Chinese cities, yet hopes to expand that number to 50 by year’s end as UberChina grows. “This kind of growth is remarkable and unprecedented. To put it frankly, China represents one of the largest untapped opportunities for Uber, potentially larger than the US,”Kalanick said of the business expansion. UberChina is expected to be worth approximately $8 billion by the expansion’s end. Thus far, Uber’s move into China has been a rocky one, as five drivers in Hong Kong were arrested for “illegal use of vehicles for hire” in August. The drivers were later released on bail.
South Africa: Zulu Reed Dance disrupted by “evil spirits”
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JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa’s annual Zulu Reed Dance ceremony was disrupted by hallucinating girls who swarmed the country’s president, a Johannesburg newspaper reported on Monday. Teenage girls dancing in the annual cultural festival heard voices and rushed toward the area where President Jacob Zuma and Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini were seated during the Saturday ceremony in KwaZulu-Natal province. The president’s bodyguards escorted him away from the thousands of colorfully-clad dancers, The Star’s front-page report said. Zuma’s spokesman, who was at the ceremony, said the newspaper reports were exaggerated. “There was no danger to the president,” Bongani Majola told The Associated Press, adding that Zuma attended the whole ceremony without further incident.
“There are some of you who came here with evil spirits to spoil this event,” the Zulu king told the crowd once order was restored, according to the report. Nomagugu Ngobese, president of a cultural group that trains the young women, heard reports that priests were summoned on Friday, after some dancers began wailing, apparently possessed. This happened again during the main ceremony on Saturday. Dancers began to hallucinate and scream, causing panic among the crowd of thousands of young women, who scattered in different directions, said Ngobese, who attended the ceremony. They did not run toward the president, she added. “Now that it has happened within the palace, it seems as if it’s something new,” said Ngobese, an academic and traditional healer who said spirit possession was common. South Africa’s Reed Dance is smaller than a similar event in Swaziland. In South Africa about 10,000 teenage girls participate, according to a government website.
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Last Thursday, the United Campus Workers and their allies protested Governor Haslam’s plan to privatize the management of state facilities. More than 200 protesters gathered in front of the College of Law and the Pilot gas station on Cumberland Avenue. All photos by Hayley Brundige • The Daily Beacon
PROTEST continued from Page 1 Jenishea Lewis, senior in psychology and member of the Progressive Student Alliance, said the resulting unemployment would continue to perpetuate income inequality, ultimately targeting working class employees. “Cutting the jobs of the working class, it really does affect peoples’ confidence to go and spend money,” Lewis said. “It’s a huge thing, when the income gap and income inequality continue to grow.” Smyser was joined by dozens of other custodial and maintenance workers in uniform in front of the College of Law building and Pilot gas station Thursday. Those present shared his concerns about the resulting unemployment privatization could create and maintained that the quality of service and custodial “community” is an irreplaceable asset to the campus community. Cecil Woody, a facilities worker who has worked at UT for 9 years, said the state government’s plans will also directly harm the university’s efforts to become a top 25 university. “I don’t think that’s going to happen if the people in these jobs aren’t invested in,” Woody said. “We’re a community, and when we see something, we fix it; we don’t
have to wait on a work order.” Woody added that the university has experimented with outsourcing on its own before, only to return to in-house service when the quality of work decreased. In 2012, UT made the move to in-source its custodial services, hiring 120 additional employees in what Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities Services Dave Irvin said resulted in “increased service, better cleaning and more responsiveness to the needs of the university.” “They tried outsourcing here before with housekeeping and it turned out to be a huge fiasco,” Woody explained. “The buildings were not being kept up, they were not being cleaned or maintained. So they brought it back in-house.” Haslam has come under fire in the past for his investment ties to Jones Lang LaSalle, one of the top contenders for the contract and the company that has previously received numerous million-dollar contracts for building demolition and management. Smyser said he hopes demonstrations from the United Campus Workers and facilities employees at UT will speak for the hundreds of thousands of Tennesseans who will be affected by this transition if it is implemented. “We’re hoping Governor Haslam will see that this agreement is not acceptable to the people of Tennessee,” Smyser said.
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Student organization encourages voting in upcoming election Hannah Marley Staff Writer
From Presidential Court to the state capitol building, a group of UT students are encouraging students to take back the vote. In an effort to encourage voting among students, College Democrats will be holding voter registration drives in Presidential Court to encourage freshmen to become active members of the campus electorate from Sept. 8 until October 3. Holly Black, junior in kinesiology and executive member, said she recognized common confusion felt by many college students over the voting process, particularly those away from home for the first time. “It’s really good to get freshmen going in Knoxville and register them here,” Black said. By walking students through the registration process, Black hopes to improve youth voter turnout, which made up only 13 percent of the electorate for ages 18 to 29 in the 2014 election, according to CBS news. “We’re trying to get people registered to vote, especially in the city of Knoxville, because if you’re a first-time voter, you have to vote in person, you can’t do absentee,” Black
explained. Black and other members of College Democrats are encouraging students to fill out registration forms while addressing changes in polling locations and voter restrictions that will affect civic-minded students this upcoming election. “A lot of students are confused as to their voting rights here on campus,” Mitch Thompson, senior in economics and the president of College Democrats, said. “They don’t understand whether or not they can vote here or have to vote back at home, and they don’t know that they have to vote in person the first time.” Since potential voters cannot cast ballots at the now demolished University Center, the Election Commission decided to move the polling station to Fort Sanders Elementary School, a location foreign to many freshmen who are unfamiliar with the area. The Election Commission cited a poll in late May when only three students came to vote as the reason for the location change. For Thompson, the reasoning behind the change in polling stations is similar to the suspected reasoning behind requiring voters to have state IDs, a fear of the student electorate by conservative politicians. “The short answer is that our representa-
The short answer is that our representatives don’t want students to vote because they’re afraid of what might happen if they do vote.” Mitch Thompson, senior in economics
tives don’t want students to vote because they’re afraid of what might happen if they do vote,” Thompson said. “They’re just different obstacles getting in
the way so students can’t vote.” In addition to student voting obstacles, decreased state funding for public universities and increasing student loan rates are just a few reasons why College Democrats are encouraging students to be informed and vote for the candidates that represent their needs. “It’s not going to change unless you vote and change it,” Black said. “You’re part of the problem if you’re not voting.” Thompson further claimed that voting, regardless of political affiliation or personal opinion, remains vital for students as a means of representing their voice in the government. “What students need to understand is that’s all controlled by the government,” Thompson. “They need to understand that these things that are affecting them on a daily basis can change if they start voting. That’s our biggest goal right now, is to make that connection.” James Prillhart, freshman in biological sciences and a self-described Republican, stopped at the table to fill out a form, expressing a similar desire to have his voice heard through the electoral process. “It’s important — everyone should vote and express their opinion,” Prillhart said. “We want to have a say in who our leaders are.”
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That’s a wrap: mummies take the stage Megan Patterson Arts & Culture Editor The dead came to life on Sept. 4 at the International. Funky beats and comic relief characterized Here Come the Mummies’ unconventional performance. Based out of Nashville, this band performs wrapped head-to-toe in full mummy costumes — without the costumes, they wouldn’t be able to play. Here Come the Mummies is composed of a dozen professional musicians already under contracts with various record labels. The group dons their mummy wrappings and face paint in order to play anonymously to avoid contract disputes. Although the band has opened for well known performers like Cheap Trick and been invited to multiple festivals including Voodoo Fest 2015, the crowd at the International was only a modest size. But what they lacked in number they made up for in enthusiasm. Here Come the Mummies play in a funk-jam style that makes dancing irresistible. The band’s sound combined with their mischievous comic persona made for a light-hearted atmosphere throughout the night.
Josh Reddish, junior in industrial engineering, described the band as “an interesting mashup of a jam band with strong jazz roots.” Reddish originally bought his ticket based on a recommendation from a friend, but after looking up videos of the band before attending, he was immediately sold by the band’s unique approach to music. “I got about what I was expecting: a fun, intense performance from a very talented group of performers who were not afraid to push boundaries,” Reddish said. It was refreshing to see a band not take themselves too seriously. The band’s own website described the mummies “unearthing” from an ancient discotheque in 1922 by a “Professor Dumblucke.” “Some say they were cursed after deflowering a great Pharaoh’s daughter,” the website speculates. “Others claim they are reincarnated Grammy-Winning studio musicians.” Half of their appeal and popularity comes from their carefree attitudes, but this would be nothing without their exceptional talent. In addition to the standard drums, guitar, bass and keyboard, the band also has a 4-piece horn section. Most of the musicians played multiple instruments throughout the night, and although there was a lead singer, each mummy had their own
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Photo Courtesy of Here Come The Mummies moment in center stage. Their interaction hands free to hold the mic and sing, “Java” with the crowd showcased each of their distinct played the cowbell by gyrating across the stage. After the last song ended and confetti burst personalities, ranging anywhere from playful, out over the crowd, the mummies left briefly sexual, creepy or stoic. The rule of the night was expect the unex- before coming back for an encore. Following pected. The percussion mummy known as the show, they posed with audience members “Java” came to the front of the stage with a and stood by available for anyone who wanted dumbbell strapped around his waist. Keeping his to talk to a real-life mummy.
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Kristin Judy, sophomore in animal science
Boomsday goes out with a bang Megan Patterson
Whether you went out to see the show or not — you definitely heard it. The screech and boom of fireworks blasted through downtown Knoxville for the last time this past Sunday
when Boomsday went out with a bang. For 28 years, Knoxvillians have climbed parking garages, camped out on docks, braved gridlock streets and fought through stifling crowds to get a glimpse of the nation’s largest Labor Day fireworks show. This past Sunday was no different. From a viewpoint in World’s Fair Park, one could watch the crowd steadily grow as the sun set and families filled the green lawn with blankets and lawn chairs.
Further down toward the river, the crowd only grew denser as spectators moved closer to the loaded barge holding the firework display. The display lasted almost 20 minutes, but it seemed to go by in minutes to the spectators who sat enthralled by the explosive night sky. In spite of the crowds, the heat and the traffic, Boomsday proved to be a show that made the city stand still, if only for 20 minutes.
Kristin Judy, sophomore in animal science
Kristin Judy, sophomore in animal science
Kristin Judy, sophomore in animal science
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The need for unification through patriotism
Emily Moore The Simpler Things
Over the past decade there has been a noticeable shift in this country. At one point in time we were America. No one messed with us, and if they did, we made an example of them to the rest of the world. When Jimmy Carter was president and Ronald Reagan was campaigning, there was a crisis overseas because Iran took 52 Americans hostage. Carter sat on his hands and did nothing. Those 52 Americans were held captive for a total of 444 days before a miraculous thing happened. Minutes after Reagan was sworn into office, an agreement was signed between Iran and the U.S., and the hostages were released. Why? Because during his campaign, Reagan looked at the cameras and told Iran to think very carefully about their next move because the moment he was sworn into office, he was coming for them. Reagan firmly believed that we were to stand together and refuse to leave anyone behind because that is the American way. Now obviously everyone has their own political opinions and favorite presidents, but putting politics aside, Reagan was a true American who was proud of his country and would defend it to his final breath. Iran released the hostages peacefully because they
knew Reagan was serious. In my short 19 years on this planet, I have noticed a rapid decline in devoted patriotism such as this. It seems these days, when people say they are from America, it is with more shame in their voice than anything. The question of how we as a nation have slowly become divided can be argued from several different sides, but what is the point? None of that matters. The fact is true patriotism is rare because current generations have grown up more concerned for themselves than for the nation as a whole. Patriotism is loosely defined as the love and devotion one feels for their country. In order to be a strong nation once again, several changes have to be made. The biggest change of all is for us as Americans to realize that we are all equal. We are Americans. Everyone wants to identify themselves as a somethingAmerican whether it be African-American, Asian-American, etc. We need to stop identifying ourselves as subsets of Americans and once and for all come together as plain and simple Americans. The current politicallycorrect trend is to identify as a certain type of American when we are all the same. We are the greatest country on earth. We have lost sight as a nation of what unity and equality
mean. Another devoted American was Chris Kyle. You may have seen the film “American Sniper,” which was based on his life. Chris Kyle was a man who loved his country and stated that he would gladly die in honor of it. Not only did he fight in the military to defend the country he so loved, but his whole life he demonstrated kindness and never turned his back on someone in need. After completing 10 years of military service, Kyle devoted the rest of his life to helping other soldiers who were also suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. Up until his very last moment, Kyle was helping his fellow Americans. Both great Americans, Reagan and Kyle had the mindset of no man left behind, something that is rarely seen today. We Americans are in this together, and in order to stand together, we must set aside our differences and embrace this way of thinking. We may be diverse but we need to be unified. Emily Moore is a sophomore in journalism and electronic media. She can be reached at emoore52@vols.utk.edu.
Marriage laws and the tradition of making money
Jarrod Nelson Socialized
“Every young boy thinks about his dream wedding.” That’s a quote from The Office, and you aren’t allowed to quote me saying it. Let’s say I had thought about my dream wedding and was definitely into the idea of a small, outdoor ceremony as the sun set, and there’s probably a lake nearby. Totally spitballing here, no forethought at all. After this ceremony, as every little boy dreams, I and the beautiful bride get in the limo and with maybe a week’s worth of tension ready to snap ... drive to the courthouse. Duh, we’ve still got to get that license. We pull up to the courthouse and rush in with Roman regalia ready to consecrate in the eyes of the law. The Fairy Godmother that works there floats down, waves a magic wand and tells us that she just does not feel like complying with the law. Clearly, this is the Fairy Godmother from Shrek and not Cinderella. Maybe you’ve heard of Kim Davis. She’s the Fairy Godmother from Kentucky who starred in Shrek. Let’s go back a bit, and talk about marriage. Contrary to what Davis, and most people, will tell you, marriage was not invented by anyone, thing or being. Its origins date
back to prehistory. By the time the very first piece of writing showed up, people were already getting married. Now, there was no white dress or ring or anything like that. If you were a dude, you probably handed over a goat or something to the girl’s dad. Seems likely. Goats are commodities even today. But with marriage as we think of it, Davis totally has a point. The white dress, the one man and one woman, the ring, the consummation, it does indeed have an inventor. It was laid down as law a long time ago — by the Romans. The Romans had another funny idea besides marriage — and besides gladiatorial combat. They had the idea that those who enforce the law must follow the laws they should enforce. The law was codified, written down and enforced. You know, like a society. What Kim Davis actually is, is a County Clerk from Rowan County, Kentucky, who has repeatedly refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Where Davis is right now is jail, and Davis will remain in jail until she issues those licenses because it is her job to do so, and her job is to enforce the law. Alternatively, she could just quit her job like most sane people in her position would. I had a job once, and will hopefully have many more to come. But this summer, I
worked in a barbeque pit. I handled a whole lot of pork butt. Served a lot of people a lot of butt. Now, I’m not a conservative Jewish man (shocking, I know), but let’s say I was. Let’s say I had been like that all my life, and followed the laws of the Torah to the letter. There’s nothing wrong with that. Everyone has a right to believe what he or she wants and to live how he or she would like to. But let’s go one step further. I refuse to serve pork butt because the word butt is gross and because it’s against my religion to eat pork. No one else gets to eat pork anymore; I’m doing my part for God and kosher. However, pork butt’s a big money maker for this barbeque pit. People seem to really like it, and me not serving it ... well that’s a lot of cheddar just wasting away, not in our safe. If I refuse to do a fundamental aspect of my job, should I really expect the job to conform to me? Because at work, I’m under the owner’s authority. It does not matter if I think I’m “under God’s authority.” Here, I’m under the Roman tradition. And our rulers aren’t gods anymore. Jarrod Nelson is a sophomore in public relations. He can be reached at jnelso47@ vols.utk.edu.
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FOOTBALL continued from Page 1 Kamara deferred praise to his offensive line when asked about the rushing attack. “The offensive line really did a great job tonight,� Kamara said. The Vols needed every single rushing yard on Saturday. The contest was closer than the 29-point margin indicated. The backbreaking play didn’t arrive until 13:14 remaining in the game, when Falcons quarterback Matt Johnson mishandled an exchange with his running back on Tennessee’s three-yard line. Jalen ReevesMaybin fell on the loose ball, denying the Falcons the chance to cut into Tennessee’s 49-30 lead. It proved to be Johnson’s only miscue in the game, but it was a costly one.
Johnson finished the game 27-of-49 passing for 424 yards and two touchdowns passes, rallying Bowling Green (0-1) from deficits of 21-3 and 35-20. He didn’t do enough, however, to help his team overcome Hurd and Kamara’s punishing rushing attack. The duo combined to score five touchdowns and was responsible for Tennessee’s first four scores of the game. “We have been talking about (this game) since spring,� Kamara said. “September 5 — that’s what we have been talking about: finally getting on the field and seeing what that O-line can do and see what both of us can do. It was fun, it was a really fun game. “We don’t really compete, I think we just feed off each other. If I bust a long run, (Hurd) will be like, ‘Alright I got you, I will get a long run.’� Hurd scored Tennessee’s first touch-
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Jones: student body support “imperative” for Tennessee football Jonathan Toye Sports Editor Tennessee running back Alvin Kamara said he felt a buzz around campus about Tennessee’s season-opening game against No. 19 Oklahoma. Big Orange Tix noticed it too. The online ticketing service sent an email to students last Thursday evening announcing that there had been a record number (close to 13,000) of student ticket requests for Tennessee’s game against Oklahoma at Neyland Stadium on Sept. 12 (6 p.m. TV: ESPN). The high demand for tickets for Saturday’s game might have stressed students hoping to get a ticket. But those involved in the Tennessee program loved the high number of ticket requests, including Tennessee coach Butch Jones. Jones said that the student support is imperative in building his football program. “The student body means everything to us,” Jones said. “That’s why I have been so proud of our student body. They have been with us every venture of the way, and the greatest illustration is (students) needing a ticket. When most universities are having problems getting students to the game and getting them to come early and stay to the end of the game, we have not had that problem here at Tennessee. “Our student body has been exceptional and we are part of them — we are part of that. They are peers — I am part of them. So I have just been grateful for them and we are going to need their support, not only for Oklahoma, but for the entire season.” Jones wasn’t the only person grateful for the support. Cam Sutton, Jashon Robertson and Alvin Kamara all expressed excitement about what should be a great student section for their contest against the sooners. Each player also observed an advantage to a
strong student section. While Robertson is used to the support — saying the students are loud for every home game — the offensive lineman isn’t taking the students’ energy for granted, though, admitting the energy on campus adds some flair to the grind of weekly practices. “It adds a little juice, a little bit more energy to practice when you know you got people out there supporting you,” Robertson said. “They are giving their all on Saturday supporting us and we are going to give our all for them. “We love (the support) and enjoy it. And we know what we represent and who we play for day in and day out, so we are working for all those that support us in this thing and have helped us get this far. And we are just going to keep grinding and pounding away.” The Tennessee students’ energy isn’t just motivational fodder, either. A loud student section can disrupt an opposing offense’s communication and invigorate a defense — something the unit might need after struggling against Bowling Green’s high-tempo offense. “I am looking for that atmosphere to be electric and the environment to be very crazy,” Sutton said. “We feed off the energy that they bring, and it helps us play well on the field. And Kamara is also ready to feed off the buzz he has sensed around campus. “It kinda hypes us up even more,” Kamara said. “They are excited to see us play. We are excited to play for them.” Player of the Week Update: Senior left tackle Kyler Kerbyson won the SEC offensive lineman of the week on Monday. Kerbyson was thrilled to win the award, but credited everyone but himself for the honor. “It’s really not all me,” Kerbyson said. “Jalen (Hurd) and Kamara and Dobbs and all the offensive skill guys really helped me get that award. Them being able to get 400 yards (rushing).” Kerbyson has started 14 straight games for Tennessee.
GRADING THE VOLS Daily Beacon Assistant Sports Editor Taylor White covered the UT-Western Kentucky matchup and assessed grades based on Saturday’s performance.
Quarterbacks
Josh Dobbs’ season opening performance wasn’t perfect, but he was effective. The junior was 15-of-22 passing with two touchdowns, while adding 89 yards and a score on the ground. There were a couple throws he would’ve liked to have back, though, including an overthrown deep ball to Preston Williams and a ball thrown behind Josh Malone, both of which could have been big plays.
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Jalen Hurd and Alvin Kamara were everything that was expected of Running Backs them in the opening weekend, combining for five touchdowns. Hurd
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ran for 124 yards and three touchdowns, while Kamara ran for 144 yards and two scores on eight less carries, including a 56 yard run. Even John Kelly, who got eight carries in a mop-up role, was able to find some creases and make plays
hard to get a full grade for this group after just one game. Pig Wide Receivers It’s Howard — arguably Tennessee’s best receiver — missed the game
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due to a suspension, and Marquez North seemed to be at least a little limited due to injury. Newly-converted quarterback Jauan Jennings led the team with 56 yards while Malone threw in 40. Ethan Wolf added two scores, but there were a couple untimely drops by the Vols. A couple holding penalties from this group also brought back touchdowns.
Offensive Line
It’s hard to find much to complain about when the running game almost breaks the 400 yard mark, and a lot of that success came from the guys up front. Coleman Thomas was able to consistently get to the next level, and the guards spent most of the game pulling to open up holes for the backs. Dobbs was sacked just one time on the game.
Defensive Line
Much was made of this group coming into the season, but this wasn’t a great game for the line to show off its talent. Bowling Green boasts a very experienced offensive line, and Matt Johnson gets rid of the football quickly, making life difficult for the defense. Run support was good, though, and Danny O’Brien was able to pick up the lone sack of the group.
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The Vols spent much of the game in the dime package, meaning there was only one linebacker, Jalen Reeves-Maybin, on the field most of the time. He made plays, though, racking nine tackles including a sack. Darrin Kirkland Jr. also added a sack, but he and Colton Jumper struggled in pass coverage for much of the game. They provided decent support in the run game, but Johnson was able to take advantage in the passing game.
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Cam Sutton had another productive game, but he was the lone bright spot. Emmanuel Moseley and Malik Foreman spent much of the game trailing the receiver they were supposed to be covering, and Evan Berry looked lost at times from the safety position as Johnson threw for 424 yards. Todd Kelly Jr. managed to play despite a lengthy stint in the hospital this week, and did some good things.
the secondary struggled, special teams shined throughout the Special Teams While game. Sutton returned three punts for over 100 yards, and Berry regis-
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tered a 67 yard kick return. Brian Randolph also blocked a Falcon field goal attempt and Trevor Daniel boomed a few long punts. The one hiccup was Aaron Medley’s 1-of-3 clip on field goals, including one missed from just 29 yards out. He also put a kickoff out-of-bounds.
This gives the team a GPA of 2.7 one week into the season.
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Secondary struggles, special teams shine in opening win Taylor White
Assistant Sports Editor NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Shortly before kickoff it was announced that secondary coach Willie Martinez was suspended for No. 25 Tennessee’s opening game with Bowling Green due to a secondary recruiting violation that happened in 2014. It was obvious he was missed. Falcon quarterback Matt Johnson torched the Volunteer secondary, throwing for 424 yards to go along with two touchdown passes. Johnson also completed 12 passes that covered 15 yards or more. “It has an impact from a communication standpoint,” coach Butch Jones said after the game of Martinez’s absence. “He brings so much from the box, to not have him available, I thought that hurt us. I’m not gonna tell you it didn’t cause I think it did.” The theme for the Bowling Green offense became apparent early: Keep the ball away from All-SEC defensive back Cam Sutton. Johnson consistently targeted receivers on the opposite side of the field from Sutton, resulting in a lot of plays being directed toward some of Tennessee’s less experienced players. Emmanuel Moseley, Malik Foreman and Micah Abernathy were all victimized by the
Falcon’s talented receivers throughout the game, but as some of the Vols’ veterans pointed out, that’s the life of a cornerback. “It happens,” Sutton said. “It’s part of being a cornerback. You just forget about those plays, snap and clear until the next one.” Gehrig Dieter was Johnson’s favorite target Saturday night, hauling in seven passes for 133 yards and a touchdown. He also had receptions of 38, 31 and 29 yards, two of which came after beating Moseley — who started opposite of Sutton — down the sideline. On the rare occasion Johnson did test Sutton, the junior corner made him pay. Sutton delivered a big hit on a screen play in the backfield and also had a pass break-up on the day. One bright spot for the secondary was the play of Todd Kelly Jr., who was able to log several snaps at safety despite a lengthy stay at the hospital this week. Kelly was forced to the hospital after a tonsil surgery he underwent in August led to an infection. He left the hospital Thursday. “He broke the record for video watched in a hospital room,” Jones said. “When they let him go, he came right over on Thursday afternoon and we conditioned him. He practiced on Friday and he played today. He helped us win the football game.” Special teams success: After minimal opportunities last season, it didn’t take long for Sutton
(Left) Freshman Preston Williams can’t quite haul in the toucjdowm reception in the 3rd quarter of Tennessee’s win against Bowling Green. (Top Right) Sophomore Jalen Hurd stiff arms defender on his way to a 124-yard, three touchdown performance. (Bottom Right) Alvin Kamara ran for 144 yards in his Tennessee debut.
to make his presence felt as Tennessee’s starting punt returner. Sutton returned three punts on the game, totaling 102 yards, good for an average of 34. Two of those returns set his offense up inside the Bowling Green 30 yard line, ultimately leading to Volunteer touchdowns. “My front 10,” Sutton said of his punt return success. “They do a great job, even in practice. They’re locked in, tuned in at practice. They get extra film in, study their opponents, who they’re faced up with on punt return. They’re creating lanes.” Sutton wasn’t the only one who had success in the return game, though. The Falcons did a good job of putting the ball through the end zone on kick-offs, not allowing Evan Berry a chance to make a play. The sophomore finally decided to take a risk, bringing the ball out of the end zone and taking it 67 yards to set up a touchdown on the next play. Brian Randolph also blocked a field goal in the second half, the first of his career. “(I’ve done it) in practice, not in a game,” Randolph said. “It was a good feeling. We worked on it a lot during camp, so it was good to see it come up in the game.” The lone hiccup on special teams was the performance of Aaron Medley. The sophomore kicker was a perfect 8-of-8 on extra points, but
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missed field goals of 42 and 29 yards. He was, however, able to connect on a 26 yard attempt at the end of the fourth quarter. “It was great to see Aaron bounce back and hit the field goal at the end of the game,” Jones said. “From a confidence standpoint, this won’t affect him one bit.” Lightening delay: About half way through the third quarter, lightening was detected within six miles of Nissan Stadium, sending the teams to the locker room and resulting in suspension of play. That delay lasted an hour and 20 minutes, presenting a challenge to the coaching staff and the players in staying ready to play. “We treated it like another half time,” offensive lineman Kyler Kerbyson said. “Coming out like it’s 0-0, we just got to play it out like it’s supposed to be. People weren’t down or anything in the locker room, people were excited … We were playing music, bumping up and down, jumping and dancing.” While this is an unusual situation in a game, Jones said his team was prepared and he was pleased with the result. “When things don’t go all your way, I thought our kids handled it,” Jones said. “We actually had a plan in place. But I thought our players responded very well and I’d like to thank our fans for staying in the stands.”
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