Dylan Sampson (6) celebrates a touchdown with his team during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top Insider
Tennessee hosted Kent State in the first Neyland Stadium night game of the season on Saturday, defeating the Golden Flashes by a score of 71-0 to move to 3-0 on the season.
The Vols moved up one spot in the AP rankings to No. 6 on Sunday.
After debuting their newest Smokey Grey series uniforms in the home opener in Week 1, Tennessee went with the all-orange look for their second home contest. The Vols wore their traditional white helmets, orange jerseys, orange pants, white socks, and white cleats.
RTI’s Cole Moore was on the field on Saturday to capture the sights of the game.
Check out the full gallery from Tennessee’s 71-0 win over Kent State below:
Tennessee hosts Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderNico Iamaleava (8) warms-up prior to a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderElijah Simmons (10) warms-up prior to a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderKalib Perry (8) signs autographs prior to a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDylan Sampson (6) finds the endzone during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderMike Matthews (10) celebrates a touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderMiles Kitselman (87) finds the endzone during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderGaston Moore (13) looks to pass during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderTennessee fans cheer on the Vols during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDayne Davis (66) and Larry Johnson III (77) celebrate a Tennessee touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDeSean Bishop (18) rushes into the endzone during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderChris Brazzell II (17) celebrates a touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDalton Knecht is recognized during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderThe Pride of The Southland Band performs prior to a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderTennessee takes the field for a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderThe Pride of The Southland Band performs prior to a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderTennessee hosts Kent State for a game at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderTennessee hosts Kent State for a game at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderTyre West (42) takes the field for a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderAssistant coach Rodney Garner coaches the Tennessee defensive line prior to a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDayne Davis (66) and John Campbell Jr. (74) celebrate a Tennessee touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDylan Sampson (6) scores his third touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDeSean Bishop (18) scores a touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderOmarr Norman-Lott (55) celebrates a Tennessee sack during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderBoo Carter (23) and Joshua Josephs (19) celebrate a sack during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDayne Davis (66) celebrates a Tennessee touchdown during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderNico Iamaleava (8) races towards the endzone during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderNico Iamaleava (8) hands-off to Dylan Sampson (6) during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderChas Nimrod (11) evades a Kent State defender during a game at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderJames Pearce Jr. (27) celebrates a forced safety during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderJames Pearce Jr. (27) dives for a loose ball during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top InsiderDylan Sampson (6) celebrates a touchdown with his team during a game against Kent State at Neyland Stadium. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo by Cole Moore/Rocky Top Insider
