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Joey Aguilar Eyes Manning's Record in Music City Bowl

12/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Joey Aguilar of the Tennessee Volunteers has 3,444 passing yards this season and is close to breaking Peyton Manning's single-season record of 3,819 yards.
The Volunteers enter the Music City Bowl against Illinois with an 8-4 record.
He faces challenges, including the absence of his top wide receiver.
His bowl performance will determine whether he reaches the milestone and helps Tennessee finish the season strong despite losses of key players.

History

Historical Context

In 1997, Peyton Manning set a single-season passing record of 3,819 yards with the Tennessee Volunteers, establishing his legacy as a future two-time Super Bowl champion and NFL MVP. His record remains a benchmark in Tennessee football, with Joey Aguilar's pursuit of it underscoring the program's tradition of excellence, particularly in high-stakes bowl games.

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Story summary

Joey Aguilar of the Tennessee Volunteers has 3,444 passing yards this season and is close to breaking Peyton Manning's single-season record of 3,819 yards.
The Volunteers enter the Music City Bowl against Illinois with an 8-4 record.
He faces challenges, including the absence of his top wide receiver.
His bowl performance will determine whether he reaches the milestone and helps Tennessee finish the season strong despite losses of key players.

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