Sun Sep 15 03:09:37 UTC 2024: ## Tennessee Football Sets New Scoring Record, Crushes Kent State 71-0

**KNOXVILLE, TN** – The Tennessee Volunteers unleashed a scoring barrage on Saturday, crushing Kent State 71-0 and setting a new program record for most points in a single game. The Vols’ offense was unstoppable, amassing an astounding 65 points in the first half alone.

Running backs Dylan Sampson and DeSean Bishop led the charge, with Sampson racking up 101 rushing yards and four touchdowns, while Bishop added 120 yards and two touchdowns. Tennessee’s dominance was evident from the start, as they led 37-0 after the first quarter – a new program record for points in a single quarter.

The victory marked the third consecutive game with 50+ points for the Vols, who previously scored 69 points in their season-opening win against Chattanooga and 51 points against NC State. The Volunteers’ offensive firepower has raised questions about their place in college football’s scoring history.

While Tennessee’s 71-point win was historic, it falls short of the all-time record set by Georgia Tech in 1916 when they defeated Cumberland 222-0. The game was a controversial one, as Cumberland’s roster was comprised of fraternity brothers assembled by the team’s student manager.

In more recent times, South Alabama’s 87-10 victory over Northwestern State this week stands as the highest output by a team since 1991. The modern-era record for highest-scoring game belongs to the 2018 contest between Texas A&M and LSU, which ended in a 74-72 Texas A&M win after seven overtimes.

The win against Kent State leaves Tennessee fans buzzing with excitement about the upcoming season. With their high-powered offense and impressive defense, the Vols have their sights set on a deep run in the SEC and a shot at the national championship.

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