Jeremy Banks case revisited – by him

Marvin Westwestwords

I didn’t start this, Jeremy. You did.
Former Tennessee linebacker Jeremy Banks says he should have been on the field for the ill-fated South Carolina football game last November.
Yes, THAT game, …

Vols lose late to Auburn; Tournament next

Marvin Westwestwords

When Tennessee fell below expectations during the season, we said basketball is a tournament game.
Rick Barnes’ history argues with that concept but that’s what remains, a chance to make an …

Vols rout Razorbacks without Ziggy

Marvin Westwestwords

Tennessee won a big one and lost a really big one.
The Vols led from start to finish and dominated Arkansas, 75-57. The Vols are 11-6 against SEC foes. If they …

Nick Saban brings back old Vol Kevin Steele

Marvin Westwestwords

Spring football practice is not far away. I’ve been saving this until football was at least in the air.
Never have I said Tennessee caused Nick Saban to change his ways but …

Vols are back; score 85

Marvin Westwestwords

Welcome back.
Tennessee basketball was fun again. Rick Barnes smiled. Others celebrated. The Vols racked up 85 points. They won by 40. They hit 58 percent. There was no mention of …

Bob Neyland Jr. dead at 93

Marvin Westwestwords

Bob Neyland Jr., oldest son of the legendary football coach, has died at age 93.
He grew up in Knoxville, played wingback for the Volunteers, was captain of the swim team, …

Basketball season is not over

Marvin Westwestwords

Contrary to rumor, the Tennessee basketball season is not over.
Based on how the Volunteers played in the first half at Kentucky, the end may be near –but it isn’t here …