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No. 7 Tennessee Looks to Accelerate Offense in Homecoming Clash Against Mississippi State
Knoxville, TN – The No. 7 Tennessee Volunteers aim to rev up their offense as they welcome Mississippi State to Neyland Stadium for homecoming.
Coach Josh Heupel’s Assessment
“We need to start faster and maintain that tempo,” Heupel emphasized. “Our guys are hungry to prove themselves.”
Tennessee’s Offense
– Average 34.7 points per game
– Rank 14th nationally in total offense (463.7 yards/game)
– Quarterback Joe Milton III: 1,442 passing yards, 12 TDs, 4 INTs
Mississippi State Preview
– Bulldogs boast stout defense (allowing 20.3 points/game)
– Quarterback Will Rogers: 1,876 passing yards, 14 TDs, 5 INTs
Homecoming Significance
“This game means everything to our program and fans,” Heupel said.
Key Matchups
– Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt vs. Mississippi State CB Emmanuel Forbes
– Volunteers’ RB Jabari Small vs. Bulldogs’ LB Nathaniel Watson
Game Details
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– Location: Neyland Stadium (Knoxville, TN)
Prediction
Tennessee’s high-powered offense faces a stiff test against Mississippi State’s rugged defense. Expect a tightly contested SEC showdown.
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