THE BOYS ARE BACK!! On this week's episode, Kyler and Reed give their reaction to Vol Baseball winning the National Championship and the players that will be remembered. They also discuss what it means for the entire University and the genuine respect shared between head coaches. New Smokey Gray uniforms just dropped so the boys give their honest opinion and share how excited they are for NCAA 25 to come out. - - - Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL o...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 4 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are looking back at the NFL Draft and reacting to all the landing spots for the U.T. players. Reed truly believes that Miami is a perfect fit for what Jaylen Wright brings to the table and that he could have some playing time ahead of him. Kyler, meanwhile, is ecstatic to see Jacob Warren get picked up by the Patriots and thinks the culture of the Chiefs will help Kamal Hadden and his growth as a player. We're b...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 2 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon discuss some transfer portal news and start the swing into following Tennessee baseball. Both guys react to Elijah Herring, Jonas Aidoo, and Tobe Awaka entering the transfer portal and discuss if this will truly affect their respective teams. They finish the episode celebrating the success of Tennessee baseball and look forward to the remainder of the season. Don't miss this episode, download and subscribe TODAY...
Apr 24, 2024•42 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are breaking down the Orange and White game while discussing the performances of some of the younger guys. Kyler was disappointed he didn’t get to see some of his favorite older guys like Cooper Mays and Dylan Sampson. Reed heard a hot take on spring games and made sure to set the record straight. And lastly, the boys were both impressed with what they saw from Edwin Spillman and think he can push the competitio...
Apr 17, 2024•1 hr
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are talking about practice... yup, we talkin' bout PRACTICE! Both guys got a chance to attend UT’s practice on Saturday and may have found some intriguing nuggets. Kyler is excited about Lance Heard but still thinks he needs to keep working on one part of his game. Reed agrees with Tim Banks and is fired up about the Vols' veteran defensive line. He is confident they are going to be a PROBLEM for the league! Thi...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 33 min
On this week's episode of Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon finally get a chance to vent about the loss to Zach Edey & Purdue. To start the show Kyler gives old man Bacon a hard time after he threw out his back earlier in the week. The guys then discuss things they liked in the Creighton win before jumping into the Purdue game. Reed knew it was a bad sign when DK was scoring all of Tennessee’s points and Kyler just can’t believe a 7’4” big man could play 39 minutes and on...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 2 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to the first weekend of games during March Madness. Both guys breathe a sigh of relief after seeing the Vols take care of St. Peters, as they should! Reed is worried about the shooting performance he saw vs Texas and if that slump will bleed over into Creighton. Kyler was encouraged by the team's ability to hold back Texas’s last-minute push and thinks it shows growth in the Tennessee Basketball pro...
Mar 27, 2024•44 min
On this week’s episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon get ready for the Madness of March! The guys start the episode breaking down the pitiful performance the Vols had vs Mississippi State in the SEC tourney. Kyler wasn’t happy with the defensive technique he saw and Reed boiled it down to making your shots. They then jump into the NCAA bracket and talk about Tennessee’s path to an elite eight or final four berth 👀 Download and subscribe today! LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!...
Mar 20, 2024•43 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon talk ALL basketball. The boys are breaking down the South Carolina and Kentucky games to try and discover a hint of how the Vols will do in the SEC tournament. Kyler and Reed then look at the tournament bracket and discuss the teams they want to avoid 👀. Kyler closes down the episode with a hypothetical about how Rick Barnes will be seen during the offseason… It's a big one, so DON'T miss it! LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE...
Mar 13, 2024•41 min•Ep. 48
Welcome back to another episode of the RTI: Pancakes and Bacon show as VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are breaking down the latest news around Tennessee Athletics! The guys start the show by breaking down Tennessee's representatives at the NFL Combine, how they performed in Indianapolis this past week, and their future hopes in the National Football League. Kyler and Reed also talk about the Tennessee basketball team's huge week after beating Alabama and Auburn and what's next for the Vols as...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 47
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, the boys are back together at last. VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon start the pod talking golf and some exciting personal news! 👀 The guys then jump into the coaching carousel at UT and what the new coaches can bring to the table. Kyler and Reed then discuss the BasketVols and how serious of a chance they have in March. The guys finish the pod ripping the NCAA and their idiotic decision to come after the baddest kid on the block 😤. Download ...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 46
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to Saban’s reign coming to an end and are looking back on the Vols 2023 season. With Alabama hiring Kalen DeBoer, the guys have on one of his former players to discuss him as a coach and what Vol fans should expect moving forward. The guys then jump into the 2023 season and talk about all the ups and downs this team faced through the 12-game schedule. They then give out some awards to the best perfo...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 45
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are breaking down the Vols' convincing win over the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Citrus Bowl. They start on the defensive side of the ball and while Kyler thinks it's hard to judge vs this offense, Reed found some good plays by young defenders. They then turn to the offense and both guys rave about the performance of quarterback Nico Iamaleava. Kyler liked the calm and safe approach that Nico had and Reed was surprised ...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 24 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to the news of Nico Iamaleava starting in the bowl game vs Iowa and what that means for the program's future. They then break down the tape on the rest of the recruits in the 2024 signing class. Reed thought a couple of guys jumped off the screen and Kyler thinks Jordan Ross is ready to play right away. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!! LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6JnNTkPxEI0X0ry9...
Dec 28, 2023•1 hr 42 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are breaking down the transfer portal drama and give their takes on why some guys decided to leave the program for other SEC teams. The guys then look to the future and break down some film on the 10 early enrollees who have started practicing with the team. Some even look like true stars in the making... You WON'T want to miss this episode! Download and subscribe TODAY! - - - LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 29 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to the Vols playing Iowa in the Citrus Bowl. Both think it’s a great matchup and that Heupel and the team can start 2024 with a BANG! The guys then discuss the transfer portal and some of the guys who have entered their names. Some aren’t surprising while others are a little disappointing. They finish the episode talking about the College Football Playoffs and who really deserved the 4th spot. Downl...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to the beatdown that Tennessee put on Vanderbilt to finish the season. The guys start by thanking the seniors and look into what older guys have the chance to return in 2024. They then break down the game and call out certain lackluster performances and some great efforts that they saw. The guys finish the episode talking about the future and what this offseason will look like with a bowl game win v...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 12 min
On this week's episode of Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to the beatdown Georgia put on Tennessee this past Saturday. It's now two weeks in a row that the offense looks lost and the Vols' defense looks slow. The guys break it down and show how the difference in talent and execution is what determined the game on Saturday. Message boards are buzzing about coaches on the hot seat but the guys think Tennessee needs to weather the storm. Don't miss out on this epi...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 24 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are giving some perspective on the Vols' crushing loss to Missouri. Kyler goes into detail about the offense and why “abandoning the run game” is not the reason the offense struggled so much. Reed then explains the defensive playcalling and what Tim Banks might have been thinking when putting his guys in position to make plays. The guys also discuss the Nico vs Milton conversation and what this team looks like m...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 21 min
On this weeks episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are breaking down the UConn game and are relieved about the stress-free victory from Saturday in Knoxville. Kyler raves about the offensive RPOs while Reed is impressed by three defensive touchdowns in a short span of time. The guys also react to the play time that quarterback Nico Iamaleava received on Saturday as both are feeling optimistic about the Vols' future. They finish the podcast discussing Missouri and...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 11 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are unpacking the Vols' win over Kentucky. Kyler and Reed discuss Tennessee's rushing attack in comparison to the nation while Kyler, a former U.T. offensive lineman, dives deep into the Vols' run blocking from the offensive line. The guys break down Tennessee's defensive effort on Saturday and look for the reason why the pass rush has dropped off a bit. Kyler and Reed also discuss the Michigan sign-stealing sca...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 18 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are breaking down the Vols vs Bama game and try to determine what happened to Tennessee in the 2nd half. The boys start the episode talking about the zebra-striped elephant in the room and try to find solutions for such horrible officiating. They then dive into the roller coaster offense and look for reasons why there are dips in execution. The guys finish the episode discussing defense and ask if it really was ...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 40 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbysson and Reed Bacon react to the narrow victory the Vols had over Texas A&M last Saturday afternoon on Rocky Top. The guys praise Tennessee's defense and debate if defense alone really can win championships 🤔 Kyler and Reed also discuss the 6’5”, 240-pound elephant in the room and why it might be time for a change at the quarterback position. - - - LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!! LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/sh...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 32 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon discuss the Texas A&M vs Bama game and if there are any tendencies the Vols can pick up on. Kyler loves the fact the Vols now have good film on both teams and Reed thinks there are spots Tennessee can take advantage of. The guys finish the episode with some insightful Keys to Victory vs Texas A&M this weekend. You won't want to miss this episode! LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!! LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https:/...
Oct 11, 2023•35 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are discussing the Vols' revenge game over South Carolina. Both guys praised the offensive and defensive line. Kyler thought the addition of Cooper Mays really made the offensive line run smoothly and they truly showed their worth as a unit. Reed loves the relentless rush from the D-Line and thinks James Pearce could be the next great Vol defensive end. - - - LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!! LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https:...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 24 min
On this episode of RTI Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are diving deep into the South Carolina Gamecocks football program and are looking at what this Tennessee team can do to come away with a win. Kyler says there will be more opportunity for quarterback Joe Milton III to use his legs against the Gamecocks' defense and explains why potentially having Cooper Mays back will be a huge factor. Reed then shares the importance of keeping quarterback Spencer Rattler contained and...
Sep 29, 2023•34 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon are reacting to the crushing victory the Vols had over UTSA. Kyler and Reed were both excited about the explosive plays but think there is still more to be desired from this offense and Joe Milton. The guys finish the episode looking ahead at the remaining schedule and revealing which games feel a little different now. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!! LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6JnNTkP... Ap...
Sep 25, 2023•55 min
On this week's episode of RTI: Pancakes and Bacon, VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed Bacon react to the demoralizing loss the Vols suffered against Florida. Is it time to have a serious conversation about Joe being QB1? Why are there so many simple mistakes being made? What happened to the tackling on defense? What needs to happen against UTSA to get back on track? The boys discuss all of these questions and more on this week's episode of Pancakes and Bacon. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!! LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Sp...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min
The RTI: Pancakes and Bacon show is back as host Reed Bacon is steering the ship solo once again. Reed is back to break down everything surrounding Tennessee's shaky win over Austin Peay on Saturday night in Knoxville and turns that into a preview for the Vols' SEC-opening game against Florida in The Swamp this Saturday night. - - - Like and subscribe today! - - - LISTEN AND REVIEW!! Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6JnNTkP.. . Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.. . FOLLOW US O...
Sep 11, 2023•43 min
It's a protein-heavy show on Tuesday morning as Reed Bacon is flying solo for this week's episode of the RTI: Pancakes and Bacon show. VFL Kyler Kerbyson is overseas at the moment but still finds a way to throw in a video at the end. Reed breaks down his complete thoughts on the Tennessee-Virginia game including key plays, player details, and much more. Reed then closes things out with a quick look ahead to the Austin Peay game. Download and subscribe today! - - - Time Codes: Open - 0:26 Tenness...
Sep 05, 2023•50 min
