Tennessee on the rise. Alabama has looked vulnerable.

But we know how the Third Saturday in October goes. Nick Saban spanks the Vols, no questions asked.

Not so fast, though. Tennessee has a new sheriff in town, and Josh Heupel's offense is giving everyone fits.

Further, Bryce Young's injury situation levels the scales and should help Tennessee mask a weakness: its pass coverage. Alabama's vaunted pass rush kept Texas A&M quarterback Haynes King in a state of continual duress, but Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker is skilled at unloading the ball quickly.

On today's episode, hosts Blake Toppmeyer, Adam Sparks and John Adams discuss the signs that point to Tennessee ending its streak of futility against Alabama.

Vols fans wouldn't be crazy to prepare a cigar.