When the clock hit zeroes on Tennessee’s victory over Alabama at Neyland Stadium on Saturday, it was time for one of the great traditions in college football. Cigar smoke filled the air as fans fired them up – including one with checkerboard wrapping.
The celebration began following a Jalen Milroe interception, sealing Tennessee’s 24-17 victory in the annual Third Saturday in October game. Cigars have become a staple of the matchup as each team has them ready for a potential victory.
Once Tennessee got the game-sealing pick, lighters and matches started to light up. It’s sure to be a night to remember on Rocky Top after the Volunteers picked up their second victory over Alabama in three seasons.
Vols fans smoke victory cigars as No. 11 Tennessee takes down No. 7 Alabama in Knoxville. pic.twitter.com/tx9mUC8sAf
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Tennessee trailed Alabama 7-0 at halftime as both offenses struggled. But things picked up after the break as the Volunteers totaled 265 yards in the second half, led by another monster game from Dylan Sampson . He took 26 carries for 139 yards and two touchdowns to again serve as the focal point of the Vols offense…