Part 5/8:
Tennessee’s Strengths and Inconsistencies
On the flip side, Tennessee possesses an offense with great potential, featuring a strong-armed quarterback and an elusive running back in Dylan Samson Jr., the SEC's leading rusher. However, inconsistencies have plagued Tennessee throughout the season. With occasions of stagnation observed—such as being shut out in first halves—Tennessee must find consistency to capitalize on their strengths.
Defensively, Tennessee has proven to be effective, ranking highly in statistics regarding pressure and run defense. However, their performance during critical moments—especially when facing high-caliber offenses—poses questions about their readiness for this playoff challenge.