And there was the Vols’ Smokey. I was wondering if there is just ... an ancient martial art. Mike writes: Seems to me that Alabama AD Byrne, South Carolina coach Beamer and others around the ...

This is something that Vols fans have known for years ... The cheer team, dance team and UT's beloved mascot Smokey all placed in the competition in their respective categories.

Tennessee football will debut its new "Volunteer State" edition of its Smokey Grey Uniforms in next week's season opener against Chattanooga, according to a Thursday announcement from the Vols.