Good Ol' Rocky Top.

For someone who is not a huge UT fan, I must say...tradition runs deep. I've never fully understood the die-hard UT fans, as I believe there are much better college teams. And as much as I personally hate the gaudy orange that I see over-enthused fans wearing, I came across this underlying truth for most Vol fans: Volunteer fans will support their team whether they win or lose because it is a Knoxville, Tennessee tradition. And I appreciate their dedication.

Neyland Stadium. One of Knoxville's iconic fixtures. To say that "Big Orange Pride" is intense here in Knoxville would be a major understatement. Even those who are not avid fans get caught up in the energy and excitement. Little kids and old grannies get dressed up in their tacky orange to support the Vols.

There are a lot of things that make Tennessee football what it is...tradition runs deep. For the many who love tradition, it is easy to fall in love with this team and these games. There is the tradition of running through the "T"; this moment is one of the fan-favorites even before the game begins.

The fans, some more excitable than others, are all cheering their team on in their own unique way. All praying for victory. And as the music swells and the crowd roars, it's easy to get caught up in the thrill of it all.

And of course, the reason why all of this takes place...the football. Sometimes it isn't pretty. For example, a few weeks ago there were quarterback injuries and switches which doesn't look too bright for the Volunteers this season. Still, you'll find Neyland Stadium full of fans at every home game saying "It's great to be a Tennessee Vol!" Because for them, it's not about whether we win or lose. It's about tradition.