Obit cites Vols performance in man's death

Tennessee defenders gang-tackle Alabama tailback Bo Scarbrough during Saturday's game at Neyland Stadium. The Crimson Tide rushed for 438 yards in their 49-10 win.
Tennessee defenders gang-tackle Alabama tailback Bo Scarbrough during Saturday's game at Neyland Stadium. The Crimson Tide rushed for 438 yards in their 49-10 win.

Mr. James Herbers' family added a light touch as the last word on the Tennessee fans' passing, a reflection of how a lot of Vol fans have felt this season.

There's little doubt it's been a stress-filled season for Tennessee fans. Routinely facing two-touchdown deficits in game. Hurling Hail Mary passes to pull out last-second victories. Overtime wins. Double-overtime losses. Many a Tennessee fan has grabbed their chest at the drama.

And it appears, as noted by the family, Herbers may have been no different.

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