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Hello world!

Posted on September 19, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

Welcome to WordPress.com. After you read this, you should delete and write your own post, with a new title above. Or hit Add New on the left (of the admin dashboard) to start a fresh post. Here are some suggestions … Continue reading →

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Wyatt Earp Wears Orange Pants Too

Posted on September 18, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

By Michael BaileyCheckerboard Chatter ContributorCBC_MDBailey There are many people who owe thanks to the video game manufacturer Electronic Arts including John Madden, who gained immense fame and fortune by loaning his name to the pro football title for decades, stockholders … Continue reading →

Posted in Electronic Arts, Gators, Michael Bailey, NCAA 12, Vols football, Will Muschamp Nick Saban | Leave a comment

Rainey lifts Gators to 33-23 win over Vols

Posted on September 17, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

by Michael BaileyCheckerboard Chatter Contributor@CBC_MDBailey For the seventh consecutive year, Tennessee will have 364 days to stew over a loss to the Florida Gators. Thanks to a stellar performance by its defensive line, special teams, and special player, Chirs Rainey, … Continue reading →

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A Double Dose of the Hatfields and McCoys

Posted on September 17, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

By Eric L. TaylorContributor, Checkerboard Chatter (Author’s Note: CBC is obviously not a site that focuses on NFL football. There are UT fans who don’t care for the NFL and Titans fans who prefer the NFL over college football. However, … Continue reading →

Posted in Al Wilson, Eddie George, Eric L. Taylor, Gators, James Wilhoit, Jeff Fisher, Peyton Manning, Ray Lewis, Rivalries, Steve McNair, Steve Spurrier, Tee Martin, Tennessee Titans, Tennessee Volunteers | Leave a comment

Gameday Preview: Tennessee at Florida

Posted on September 16, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

The Essentials:The 2-0 Tennessee Volunteers take on the 2-0 Florida Gators on Saturday in Gainesville. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET/2:30 PM CT. The game will be televised on CBS and can be heard throughout the state on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Derek Dooley, Florida, Football, Gainesville, Gameday Preview, Gators, John Brantley, SEC, SEC East, Tennessee, The Swamp, Tyler Bray, Vols, Volunteers, Will Muschamp | Leave a comment

Friendly Foes Not the Norm in Tennessee-Florida Rivalry

Posted on September 16, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

By Derek LuskFounder, Checkerboard Chatter The intensity of the Tennessee-Florida rivalry has really only picked up steam over the last 20 years. It’s not one of those crazy southern 100 year deals like Georgia-Auburn or Tennessee-Alabama. There are a few … Continue reading →

Posted in Derek Dooley, Derek Lusk, Florida, Football, Gators, Lane Kiffin, Phil Fulmer, SEC, SEC East, Steve Spurrier, Tennessee, Urban Meyer, Vols, Volunteers, Will Muschamp | Leave a comment

Big Orange Dose of Reality

Posted on September 15, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

By Derek LuskFounder, Checkerboard Chatter I have had the chance to talk with many Vol fans and have interacted with many of you on Twitter and Facebook over the last few days. One thing seems certain, everyone is excited about … Continue reading →

Posted in Derek Dooley, Derek Lusk, Florida, Football, Gators, Phil Fulmer, SEC, SEC East, Steve Spurrier, Tennessee, Urban Meyer, Vols, Volunteers | 3 Comments

CBC SEC Pick ’em – Week 3

Posted on September 14, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

Our heated battle of SEC predictions continues this week here on Checkerboard Chatter. Eric remains in the lead with an overall record of 21-1 while Derek has come roaring into second place with a 19-3 mark. Drew and Michael are … Continue reading →

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“Puckered Up” Over Florida Week

Posted on September 14, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

By Randy SmithGuest Blogger As Tennessee prepares to play the Florida Gators in the Swamp this weekend, my thoughts go back a few years. Back to when this game really meant something in the SEC East and even in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Derek Dooley, Football, Gain, Guest Blog, Phil Fulmer, Randy Smith, Rocky Top, SEC, SEC East, Steve Spurrier, Tennessee, Vols, Volunteers, Will Muschamp | 1 Comment

Give Him 6! Gators Wear Jorts Edition

Posted on September 14, 2011 by checkerboardchatter

Here are 6 links of interest for fans of the Tennessee Volunteers. Give Him 6! is a weekly feature here on Checkerboard Chatter. We try to put links to 6 articles or blogs that you will find informative and interesting. … Continue reading →

Posted in Derek Dooley, Florida, Football, Gators, Give Him 6, Jeff Demps, SEC, SEC East, Tennessee, Tyler Bray, Vols, Volunteers, Will Muschamp | Leave a comment