In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the storied history of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, a program that has fielded a team for over 130 seasons and ranks in the top ten for all-time wins,. We trace the program's evolution from its "Lost Years" in the 1890s to its emergence as a national powerhouse.

Key topics covered in this deep dive include:

• The General: The legendary career of Robert Neyland, a brigadier general who served three stints as head coach, compiled 173 wins, and established the "Seven Game Maxims" still recited by players today,. We discuss his defensive genius, including the NCAA record-setting 1938–1939 squads that shut out 17 consecutive opponents,.
• The Golden Eras: A look at the 1951 National Championship team featuring Heisman runner-up Hank Lauri ...