Bold Predictions: Tennessee vs. Texas

The Tennessee Volunteers and the Texas Longhorns are inching closer to their game against each other, as the two will kick off in less than 24 hours.

Here is what each of our staff has set for a bold prediction.

Caleb Sisk: Radarious Jackson Scores for the First Time in His College Career

"Radarious Jackson has been one of my favorite players on this team when it comes to underrated production. He is by far one of the players who has been playing the best at the position and is the No. 2 receiver in yards; however, he has yet to contribute to points. I think this will change against the Longhorns, as they continue to focus on Mike Matthews and Braylon Staley. I believe RaRa will thrive on the outside and will be someone who runs open a couple of times," Sisk said.

Dale Dowden: Defense Forces Three Turnovers, While Faizon Brandon Hits 300

"The Tennessee defense forces the Texas Longhorns into 3 costly turnovers, while Faizon Brandon has his first 300-yard passing game," Dowden said.

Eli Elrod: Faizon Brandon is Responsible for at Least Three Tennessee Touchdowns

"My bold prediction is that Faizon Brandon is responsible for at least 3 of Tennessee’s touchdowns. The Volunteers have had a very impressive run game to start this season, averaging 298.7 yards per game, which will force the Longhorns to crowd the box in an attempt to slow down the Vols’ deep running back room. This will lead to opportunities for Brandon, whether it be on the ground or through the air, as Texas tries to force the freshman quarterback to put the Tennessee offense on his back and beat them through the air or with his legs," Elrod said.

Major Passons: Tennessee Finishes With Significantly More Passing Yards Than Rushing Yards

"Through two games, the Vols have dominated the run game. I think the game state of Saturday's game will change that a little bit. I expect Texas to try and take away the run to force Faizon Brandon to beat them through the air. Then I do feel Tennessee will be behind and trying to catch up. Both of these set up for a larger passing attack," Passons said.

Josh Greer: DeSean Bishop Finishes With Two Touchdowns and 100 Yards

"I believe that DeSean Bishop will finish the game with two touchdowns and 100 yards minimum after missing a good bit of the contest last week, and being cleared for this game," Greer said.

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