TAKEAWAYS: Faizon Brandon DOMINATES and Tennessee Football Impressive to Begin Season

Tennessee Volunteers dominate Furman 56-9 as Faizon Brandon delivers a historic debut, tying a freshman touchdown record and displaying dual-threat prowess. Could this performance ignite a new era under Josh Heupel? The spotlight shines on Brandon’s precision passing to Mike Matthews and commanding red-zone runs, while backup George MacIntyre’s solidified the Vols’ quarterback depth.The conversation focused on the offensive line’s constant rotation, Pro Football Focus grades, and Tennessee’s evolving defensive schemes—including frequent 3-3-5 looks to maximize their deep linebacker corps. Key themes include DeSean Bishop’s explosive ground game, Isaiah Davis’s standout fourth quarter for Furman, and potential adjustments ahead of the matchup against Georgia Tech. The discussion explored snap counts, scheme versatility, and the challenges the Vols must address to keep momentum against tougher opponents. Will Tennessee’s young core capitalize on this momentum? Catch Locked on Vols, wherever you find your podcasts. ▶️https://linktr.ee/cainerSubscribe to the Locked on Vols EveryDayer Club ▶️ https://lockedonvols.supercast.com/Neyland Press Corps Substack ▶️ https://neylandpress.substack.com/For your next listen, check out the Locked On College Football podcast! From NIL deals to never ending conference realignment rumors, Spencer McLaughlin gets you ready for an exciting season on the gridiron!  Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Poncho OutdoorsGo to https://ponchooutdoors.com/[LOCKEDON] and enter your email to get $10 off and free shipping on your first order.KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. .The GameDon't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDONat checkout.OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastGametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMto play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.