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Host Jack Foster and Jake Nichols discuss the inaugural 'Johnny Majors Classic,' touching on Tennessee's quarterback situation, the pass defense, elite special teams play and how Tennessee could not edge out Pitt due to penalties and turnovers. There are positives to be taken from the game for the Vols, but ultimately there are a lot of things for Josh Heupel and his squad to work on if they are going to compete with above-average SEC schools. Listen for all that and more on the latest edition of the VR2 on SI Podcast!

Host Jack Foster and Jake Nichols tell you everything of significance you need to know heading into Tennessee's Week 2 matchup against Pitt. For Tennessee to secure a win, the passing game has to be clicking, the linebackers have to be making plays and, most importantly, Neyland has to be rocking. Listen for a full preview of the game along with the significance behind the game being dubbed the 'Johnny Majors Classic.'

This Saturday's matchup between Tennessee and Pittsburgh will mark the first installment of the Johnny Majors Classic. Majors, of course, won a national title at Pitt and captured three SEC championships in Knoxville -- but only after completing a Hall of Fame career as a tailback for the Vols. 

Majors' coaching career at Tennessee coincided with the collegiate years of Ryan McGee, who worked as a video assistant for the football team before moving on to work for ESPN. 

Unfortunately, Majors passed away last summer. After his passing, McGee published a column as an ode to Majors, the man he called, "Coach." In that work, McGee detailed his daily conversations with Majors, with plenty of insight into the man we know as a college football legend. 

So, with Majors' memory being honored this Saturday at Neyland Stadium, McGee was nice enough to join VR2 on SI's Jake Nichols for a full conversation about the late, legendary Johnny Majors. 

Enjoy, and be sure and keep up with VR2 on SI for all things Tennessee Athletics. 

Host Jack Foster and Jake Nichols bring you another edition of the VR2 on SI Podcast going into depth on Tennessee's 38-6 win over the Bowling Green Falcons in the 2021 season opener. Joe Milton had a solid first quarter but struggled as the game went on. Jake dishes on what he needs to work on to become more consistent and applauds the running game for being the bright spot of the offense. The Tennessee secondary was great defensively, which gives Jake a lot to look forward to as the season progresses. 

Host Jack Foster and Jake Nichols are back for another VR2 on SI Pod to preview Tennessee's first regular season game: a home opener against the Bowling Green Falcons. What should Vol Nation expect to see from Josh Heupel's first game as Head Coach? What will Joe Milton have in store for his first start under center in Orange and White? Only time will tell, but Jake believes fans should expect a blowout that will serve as a great opportunity for many Vols to get their feet wet with the 2021 season and answer any questions remaining from fall camp. All that and more in the latest edition of the VR2 on SI Podcast!

Now that fall camp has concluded, host Jack Foster and Jake go over Tennessee's offensive line and defensive line performances in camp and provide an update on the QB situation on Rocky Top. 

Host Jack Foster and Jake Nichols are back with another football episode of the VR2 on SI Podcast giving an update on fall practices during the past two weeks, the quarterback competition and a specific focus on the performances out of the RB and WR groups. Jake also gives pro comparisons of Harrison Bailey, Hendon Hooker and Joe Milton to close out the show.

Host Jack Foster and Jake Nichols are back with an action-packed episode of the VR2 on SI Podcast going over Tennessee's Media Day to kickoff fall camp. Jake goes into depth regarding what was said about the Vols on offense, most importantly the quarterback battle, defense and the transparent, comfortable and confident vibe Tennessee football is bringing to the 2021 season. 

Host Jack Foster and Matt Ray bring you another episode of the VR2 on SI Podcast, talking the latest big names to commit to Tennessee, such as Kalib Perry, Jack Luttrell and, most importantly, Addison Nichols. Matt loves what he sees in all three, but he emphasizes the impact Nichols will bring to Tennessee not only on the field, but in the locker room as well. Listen to all the info you need to know about the three commits on the latest edition of the VR2 on SI Podcast!

It's been awhile, but Jack and Jake are back for the newest football edition of the VR2 on SI Podcast. Jake  goes over the standout guys in the LB and DB position groups, going into depth on the newcomers in the process, and Jack has a beef with Texas about who the true UT is. Football season is upon us, and this episode is the first of many VR2 on SI pods talking about fall practices leading up to Bowling Green on September 2.