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Tennessee surges in FPI rankings after blowout Missouri win

A 62 point output and a 38 point win in SEC play will do wonders for a team’s standing in the metrics world. ESPN’s FPI took notice of Tennessee’s performance last weekend at Missouri, jolting the Volunteers all the way up to No. 26 in the country.

Josh Heupel has enjoyed a more consistent offense since being forced to turn to Hendon Hooker at quarterback. Joe Milton’s injury opened that door, and Hooker doesn’t appear to be interested in giving the gig back. Heupel named Hooker Tennessee’s starter officially on Monday, listing him atop the depth chart for the first time.