KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — No matter how embarrassing the season opener for No. 9-ranked Tennessee almost was Thursday night, you won't hear any apologies for a 20-13 overtime win over a scrappy Appalachian State team.

Not from a relieved Volunteers team that is thrilled to get to watch an ugly game film without a blemish on its record.

"I've never been a part of a frustrating win," Tennessee coach Butch Jones said. "A win is a win. In this profession, you've got 12 opportunities to win. I'm proud of our players. I thought they showed resiliency to win.

"Again, to educate y'all, they're a really good ...

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