Finding discontent in the ranks of Vol fans almost as easy as spotting orange on game day. Only Tennessee Orange isn't quite as loud.
Here's a look at what's being said about the Georgia game and the Tennessee program by armchair analysts near and far:
- John Clay's Sidelines: SEC links: Fulmer needs a break, and so does UT
- The Vol Historian | "JACKIE PARKER"
- Random Thoughts, and Thoughtless Ramblings: Time for a change?
- Fulmer vows to continue to make changes | The Daily Times
- Fulmer ready to face heat from fans | The Tennessean
- College football coaches feeling heat halfway through the season -- OrlandoSentinel.com
- Phil Fulmer Might Want to Fire His Offensive Coordinator Now - NCAA Football FanHouse
- Monday Morning Quarterback | The Detroit News | detnews.com
- Chattanooga Times Free Press | Tennessee Vols fall far back in SEC
- Chattanooga Times Free Press | One wrong move and Vols could become Michigan
- It might get worse for Vols | The Tennessean
- Vols search for direction in second half of season | The Leaf Chronicle
- Red and Black, | TAKE THAT, TENNESSEE - Instant Replay
- MF Berry Third Saturday in Blogtober
- For the Vol Nation: Commiseration from a Bama fan Third Saturday in Blogtober
- The Tennessee/Georgia grade book | Your Mother Slept With Wilt Chamberlain
- Georgia defensive end Demarcus Dobbs said he knew which way Tennessee was going to run the ball '80.
- GoVolsXtra - When You're Strange | Running on empty
- Fulmer's Belly High School Morals…
- Snarkastic: Everybody's beatable.
- SouthEastern Sports Blog: No fate but what we make
- GoVolsXtra - The Vol Historian | 'THE OTHER SIDE DIDN'T HAVE ANY'
- Fulmer's Belly The worst thing…
- SouthEastern Sports Blog: Georgia 26 Tennessee 14 - Frustration Reigns
- Bulldogs Dominate Vols | WDEF News 12
- Shots Across The Bow: 1 Yard
- Inn of the Last Home: Same Song, Fourth Verse
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Comments » 47
tnbigg writes:
"I'm not going anywhere!"
GreerVol22 writes:
I went to the UGA game 2 years ago when we hung 50 on them. I went again Saturday....IF we had 1000 fans there I'd be surprised. Coach, even your most loyal fans are quitting on you and I think your team is doing the same.
rep88 writes:
get out of here tubby and let tn get some new blood in here
Timed_vol (Inactive) writes:
Coach chose to punt on 4th and short late in the game... through in the towel. Just like he did at Bama last year TWICE. Also, against Auburn, several times, on AUBURN's SIDE OF THE FIELD.
The common denominator?? The UT D was becoming ineffective. IT DID NOT MATTER it the other team had a 'short field' or not, UT's D wan't stopping snyone.
Phil talks about 'change', but he's gotten more conservative than ever. conservative may play well with southern voters, but it does NOT win football games in the SEC.
Sheepscape writes:
The fact that Spence of Clemson was the other offensive coordinator finalist along with Clawson indicates to me that Fulmer is no better a judge of coaching talent than he is of QB talent. He has proven that Crompton should not have been our starter this year and it is bearing out that our entire offensive system is poor.
tennisvol writes:
Fulmer apparently wants to do what is best for himself. There comes a time when you have to do what is best for the program at TN and that time has come for Phil. Time to step down and finish out the season as the coach at Michigan did last year.
yeavols#228407 writes:
Reality sets in..VOLS in danger of going 5-7 for the second time in a few years with a 10 year drought of no SEC champ or BCS bowl bid. Fulmer gets an extension and will be back next year. That's the reality. We can moan and groan all we want, but Fulmer giving a million dollar donation was no accident. Fulmer pretending everything is fine is no accident. He knows he has Hamilton right where he wants him and next year will be the same old. In the meantime, the rest of the SEC is breathing a sigh of relief for every year that Fulmer stays. They love it that Tennessee keeps Fulmer and they actually brag about it while VOL fans wallow in self pity that they are powerless to do anything about it. But they sure will pile up on the bus and head to the stadium no matter what the record. Bottom line, if you want to make a statement, if you want change, if you really want a voice, hit them in the wallet where it hurts the most..STOP BUYING and GOING!
yeavols#228407 writes:
Reality sets in..VOLS in danger of going 5-7 for the second time in a few years with a 10 year drought of no SEC champ or BCS bowl bid. Fulmer gets an extension and will be back next year. That's the reality. We can moan and groan all we want, but Fulmer giving a million dollar donation was no accident. Fulmer pretending everything is fine is no accident. He knows he has Hamilton right where he wants him and next year will be the same old. In the meantime, the rest of the SEC is breathing a sigh of relief for every year that Fulmer stays. They love it that Tennessee keeps Fulmer and they actually brag about it while VOL fans wallow in self pity that they are powerless to do anything about it. But they sure will pile up on the bus and head to the stadium no matter what the record. Bottom line, if you want to make a statement, if you want change, if you really want a voice, hit them in the wallet where it hurts the most..STOP BUYING and GOING!
agentorange writes:
I agree with first paragraph. It was clear that we had to go for it during the UGA game or we were toast. HOw bout a fake punt? Flea flicker? Any other desperation play would be fine too. We're desperate.
jobrando#216494 writes:
Clawson (scapegoat) to be fired this week and Fulmer wins all but alabama..then wins peach bowl to get his 8th win and automatic contract extension. Thank u Mr hamilton
BleedOrange writes:
Fulmer moving on is the only "change I can believe in".
wizardofvolz writes:
A new OC, 2 green QB's. People didn't we all see that this was going to be a struggle this year on offense. I totally believe in Coach Fulmer. Remember in 96 when Bama started their reVOLving door of coaches. 12 years later they've finally come around to prominence. Getting rid of CF would be a grave mistake!
9krpms writes:
I would like to see a coaching change, but I'm definitely affraid of pulling a "Michigan". I think Fulmer is here through 2011, unless he chooses to step down and not make UT buy out his contract. We're almost officially a basketball school now, wow!
DancingOutlaw writes:
even if you can see the flames and smell the smoke, if i tell you your house is burning down it's not, ok? STAY THE COURSE. GO VOLS, UNDEFEATED AT HASLAM PRACTICE FIELD.
pdhuff#552644 writes:
Simply signs of the times.
Greervol 1000 fans, huh.
Brave souls.
markr22vols writes:
One question....Where did the offensive line go?
VolTex writes:
Word down here in Texas is if Phil is gone Muschamp would be in. That would be nice.
shipperman#280095 writes:
You really need to sober up before posting. I believe in Fulmer as well, I believe he needs to be fired
wizardofvolz writes:
They will not fire him. In a year or 2 everybody will be back on the band wagon. Fair weather fans make me sick. And Fulmer being fired is your opinion. I don't think your a drunk for expressing that. Have alittle class!
DancingOutlaw writes:
in response to wizardofvolz:
"Getting rid of CF would be a grave mistake!"
If you haven't noticed, we've already got a foot in said grave.
shipperman#280095 writes:
In a year or two, our program will be at the bottom of said grave.
RockyTopRooks writes:
Clemson just fired Tommy Bowden! will Mike Hamilton follow suit before Clemson get first pick of top canidates??
jasonn1970 writes:
Last time I checked 14% of Vol fans agree with you that Fulmer should remain. That approval rating just a little less than Bush. Bring on coach Muschamp I say.
fltapout writes:
And I will see you on the space shuttle.
fltapout writes:
WOW! Clemson has a pair and our AD is wearing panties.
fltapout writes:
Just heard Clemson has already asked permission to speak to Muschamp
RockyTopRooks writes:
Bring on Muschamp!
THE_VOL writes:
Clemson has shown some guts today by getting rid of Tommy Bowden...I guess it's just a work like heck and suffer approach at TN!
Volumnus writes:
Ohhhhhhh Myyyyyyy God! I never thought I would see the day....
It is official, Clemson is officially smarter than the University of Tennessee.
Ohhhh this hurts so bad....
EMPTY STANDS PEOPLE, UNSOLD SMOKY DOGS AND SODA POP WILL SPEAK LOUDER THAN ANY VOICE WE HAVE.... STAY HOME TIL THEY GET THE MESSAGE.
GreerVol22 writes:
pduff, it was surreal. Scoring after the bomb you could have heard a fly farting dixie.....Just pityful, but my tix were free and the UGA girls were real and spectacular!
djstatik writes:
I'll meet you halfway Jo. I think Fulmer will win all but Bama. Miss ST is pathetic and Vandy is starting to play like Vandy again. I don't, however, believe we'll win a Peach Bowl irregardless of whom we play. No contract extension, but he's good through 2012. Man, I can't STAND the idea of rooting against the Vols on Saturday but if Mississippi State could find a way to beat us things might actually change. If we beat MS, Vandy, and KY I seriously doubt they will.
98reax writes:
NEWSFLASH!!!
We are sunk. We have reached the point of no return. Why? Because people are now announcing UT tickets to 'give away' on the swap & shop radio show.
Timed_vol (Inactive) writes:
wizard, I felt that way too last year, when Adams was fussing.
Here is why I think Phil needs to go: he doesn't hvae the nerve, nor the knack, for making the big decision in the game. He is playing NOT TO LOSE, rather than to win.
Our ball is not exciting to watch, no thrill in the games.
I can take losing, but I won't to lose with honor. I want to leave it all out there. Why in the hell did Phil punt 4th and short?? We had NOTHING to lose.
Also, ref back to Auburn, UCLA, bama last season...he is NOT PLAYING TO WIN.
Dammit, Phil, your job is toast if you DO NOT GET a FIRE IN YOU!!!!!
VOLHbomb writes:
PHIL YOU SUCK!!!!!! GET MUSCHAMP NOW! NOW! NOW! LET's be proactive....NOT REACITVE to the situation at hand. EVERYONE WRITE LETTERS, don't go to the games. My wife and I are giving up our bama tickets to bama fans and everyone else should either NOT GO TO ANY GAMES, or give them away to opposing fans. WE HAVE TO MAKE A STATEMENT! Anyone know how many were actually at the Northern Illinois game?
WeLoveTennesseeVols writes:
As a psychologist i find two areas for Fulmer to improve in. Acting on the calling of the referees, and creating respect in the fan base. If this ref is calling 'em that way, play to his play calling without his knowing about it. And if the fans want to go for 4 and inches from out 24 yard line. Just go for it!!
VOLSFAN4563 writes:
Maybe Mike Hamilton needs to look at what the Clemson AD just did in firing Tommy Bowden. This is after Bowden signed a contract extension last year at $2.2 million/year with a $4 million buyout. Mr. Hamilton you showed us that you can get a top notch Men's Basketball Coach, maybe it's time to make a similiar change in the football program. Fulmer is not making wise decisions for the program anymore, just look at his hire of OC. The offensive line though experienced is not performing to expectations. The Offensive staff seems bewildered. No conference championships in 10 years and no BCS bowl wins to show. How much more do Vol Fans need to endure.
VOLSFAN4563 writes:
Mike Hamilton needs to look at what Clemson AD did today in firing Bowden. This is after Bowden signed an extension last year at $2.2 million per year with a buyout of $4 million. Hamilton did a great job in getting Pearl for the BB job let's see what he can do for a football program that if left in Fulmer's hands will no longer be a draw to top recruits from around the nation.
kdwcokeman writes:
I actually heard that broadcast too. I heard that they were actually swapping either a litter of pups or a used car bumper to a 92 Ford Explorer for a pair on the 50. Just letting the folks know.
Singaporehillbilly writes:
Giving up your tickets to Bama fans....I bet you have no tickets to give up. I don't care how bad the situation is, a VOL fan would never give tickets to a bama fan nor pull for a loss.
Singaporehillbilly writes:
I will continue to pull for the VOLS and I will be going to the remainder of the home games. I will now buy a couple of extra Petros and smoky dogs.
Sheepscape writes:
Enjoy the gouging then. Prices are higher than they have ever been and the products are worse. The new vendors have something to do with that. Sudesco should have never been given that contract. They run out of hot dogs in some stands before the UF game.
Just another money based decision that robs the common fan of the basic atmosphere.
pdhuff#552644 writes:
true, my man. I spent many single years down there and the good Lord smiled on Ga when it came to women.
There are some real peaches stirring around.
fltapout writes:
psychologist? Which country?
systole01#222386 writes:
I will never attend another UT game until we have regime change. Period.
OldNumber7 writes:
First of all, Michigan was never as bad as we are now - Nowhere even close; and they did the right thing.
Second, for those judging Michigan after 6 games under Rodriquez you haven't studied your history. It took him 2 full years to install his complex, disciplined system into WVU. He even said on radio this year, to back me up, it will take 2 full years. His team in Morgantown was pushed around year-1; much like Michigan is now. But by year 3, the WVU team was jamming 300 yards rushing per game on everyone (including SEC Champ Georgia) and could not be stopped. You need to wait til year 3 to start doubting him at Michigan.
As for Tennessee, this offense has hardly changed (Phil must have slapped a playbook in Clawson's face and said "learn it or leave"). The sad thing is, with the system minimally changing here (unlike Michigan where it is complete overhaul), the Tennessee offense should at least be winning the line of scrimmage. There is no blocking, no discipline. These are the roots of failure in this game. Sad, but it is what it is.
bean3669 writes:
I will guarantee you those players will never quit on their coach. They have to much pride in the program and themselves. Players that quit are useless. I would bet there isn't a player in that locker room that has quit.
utkedu writes:
I used to go to 1 to 4 games per year and watch every game the I could not attend on TV religiously. If we lost, I was in a bad mood the remainder of the day. Now, I don't go to the games and I don't watch the games. I just wait on the score the next day and root for a loss so we are a step closer to getting rid of Phil. After all, what is left to root for? A December 28th bowl against a directional school? I look forward to a time when I can be excited about this team again, and it won't happen with this coaching staff.
Trooper Taylor, great job of getting out of here while you could. Good luck on the remainder of your season and congratulations on averaging 50 points per game with your offense that just defeated a very strong Mizzou team. Your enthusiasm is missed.
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