The goalposts had been toppled and the entirety of Neyland Stadium was wreathed in cigar smoke, which meant one thing: The Tennessee Volunteers had beaten the Alabama Crimson Tide again.
While that tumult was occurring outside in the aftermath of Tennessee's 24–17 win, Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer and several Crimson Tide players came into a small interview room under the stands in Knoxville, Tenn., and projected a calm resilience. Disappointed but undaunted. Everyone is still together. All goals remain attainable.
