Pittsburgh defeated Tennessee, 41-34, in the Johnny Majors Classic at Neyland Stadium.
Following Pittsburgh’s win against Tennessee, Vols Wire issues game balls to top performers on offense, defense and special teams.
Offense: Hendon Hooker
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15-of-21, 188 yards, 2 touchdowns, 1 interception
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9 rushing attempts, 49 yards
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (5) throws to receiver as he’s hit by Pittsburgh linebacker SirVocea Dennis (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
NEXT: Game balls for Tennessee against the Panthers (defense)
Defense: Theo Jackson
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11 tackles, 1 sack, 2 tackles for a loss, 1 pass breakup, 1 quarterback hit
Pittsburgh running back Vincent Davis (22) runs the ball as Tennessee defensive back Theo Jackson (26) defends during a game against Pittsburgh at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021.
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NEXT: Game balls for Tennessee against the Panthers (special teams)
Special teams: Paxton Brooks
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4 punts, 183 yards, 51 long, 1 inside the 20, 2 punts 50-yards-plus
Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire