Just a quick tidbit on why I like Tennessee. I locked this in a few days ago at 8.5, but for purposes of my record on this site I will use 9.5 because I'll take the line at whatever it is when I post the play, as that is only fair. Moving on to Tenn.
Tennessee lost this game last year at UCLA, so heading back home this year, revenge will be on their minds. They are under the new leadership of Lane Kiffin who I believe will be a successful coach for them. Tennessee's QB Crompton seems much improved as he threw for more TD's in one game than he did all of last season (granted against a weak opponent), and I think he'll be fine this week. Add to that the fact that UCLA's QB play is suspect and I believe we have a winner. Tenn -9.5
