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Tennessee Volunteers' DeSean Bishop's Rushing Spark Not Enough Against Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium

The Tennessee Volunteers faced a challenging encounter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium, resulting in a 37-20 defeat. This outcome brought the Vols to a 5-2 record, while the Tide improved to 6-1.


Nov 21, 2020; Auburn, Alabama, USA;   Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Harrison Bailey (15) drops back to pass against the Auburn Tigers during the fourth quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The game commenced with Alabama taking an early lead, scoring 7 points while keeping Tennessee scoreless. The Volunteers struggled to find their rhythm in this period as they attempted to counter Alabama's strong defensive plays.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, Tennessee managed to put points on the board with DeSean Bishop leading a successful drive that culminated in one of his two rushing touchdowns. Despite this effort, Alabama extended their lead by adding 16 more points before halftime.


Third Quarter


The third quarter saw both teams trading blows. The Vols added another touchdown but missed an extra point attempt. Joey Aguilar contributed significantly with his passing game, completing several key passes for first downs and maintaining pressure on Alabama's defense.


Fourth Quarter


In the final quarter, Tennessee continued their pursuit with another touchdown from Bishop who showcased his agility and speed throughout the match. However, it wasn't enough as Alabama matched their efforts and secured victory by adding another touchdown of their own.


Despite falling short in Tuscaloosa, standout performances from players like DeSean Bishop provided moments of hope for Rocky Top fans. His impressive rushing stats included 123 yards and two touchdowns which were crucial for keeping Tennessee competitive during the match.


Looking ahead, fans can catch post-game report Tennessee Volunteers as they prepare for their next challenge against Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on October 25th at 7:45 PM EDT. The game will be broadcasted live on SEC Network – don't miss it!


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