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Vanderbilt Commodores Face Off Against Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium in Football Showdown

The Vanderbilt Commodores, with a season record of 2-10, faced the Tennessee Volunteers, standing at 8-4, in a game that ended with a score of 24-48. The Commodores scored three touchdowns and successfully kicked one field goal to add to their total points.


Nov 25, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Ken Seals (8) hands the ball off to running back Sedrick Alexander (28) against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

At Neyland Stadium, the Vanderbilt Commodores showcased their offensive skills despite the challenging opposition from the Tennessee Volunteers. The Commodores' passing game was effective; they completed 21 out of 32 attempts for a total of 228 yards and two touchdowns. Their longest pass completion was for 27 yards. The receiving corps managed an average of nearly 11 yards per catch and secured nine first downs through the air.


On the ground, Vanderbilt's rushing attack accumulated 78 yards over 30 attempts with an average gain per rush sitting at just under three yards. They managed to push across one touchdown on foot while securing six first downs via rushes. In terms of scoring efficiency within critical areas on the field, Vanderbilt achieved perfection in both red zone and goal-to-go situations by converting all their opportunities into scores.


Nov 25, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman Joshua Josephs (19) and defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. (27) sack Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback AJ Swann (5) during the first half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Special teams also contributed positively; they executed flawlessly on extra points with three made out of three attempts and nailed a field goal from within the range of forty-nine yards. Kickoff returns added up to fifty-five yards over three attempts for an average return distance just above eighteen yards.


The defense put forth effort as well; they recorded one sack for seven lost yardage against Tennessee's quarterback while hitting him twice more throughout the game. They also defended five passes but were unable to secure any interceptions or fumble recoveries from their opponents.


Nov 25, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman Joshua Josephs (19) tackles Vanderbilt Commodores running back Patrick Smith (4) during the second half at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Penalties were an area where discipline waned slightly as ten flags were thrown against them resulting in eighty-three penalty yards which is significant but did not cross into triple digits.


As fans look ahead after this tough contest against Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium, it is clear that there are aspects where Vanderbilt can build upon moving forward into future games. The next broadcast will feature these resilient players as they continue striving towards improvement and success on the football field.

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