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Tennessee defensive lineman Tyre West (42) sacks East Tennessee State quarterback Cade McNamara (11) on Saturday.

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Tennessee wide receiver Travis Smith Jr. (1) runs past East Tennessee State defensive back Jivon Oggs (6) on Saturday.

The Associated Press

The Associated Press

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Joey Aguilar threw for 288 yards and two touchdowns — all in the first half — to lead No. 22 Tennessee to a 72-17 romp over East Tennessee State on Saturday.

The Volunteers (2-0), who tuned up for the Southeastern Conference showdown with No. 4 Georgia next week, got help from Star Thomas with 69 yards rushing and three touchdowns.

“Start fast ... we did that,” Tennessee coach Josh Heupel said about his team's objective. “Field position was a big part of the game.

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