Bill Dyer's Dyergram became a staple of Vols football culture

Cartoonist Bill Dyer first published his Dyergram in 1935 while working for the Knoxville News Sentinel. The weekly cartoon recap featured unique diagrams and illustrations capturing University of Tennessee football games, quickly gaining a devoted fanbase. The Dyergram served as an innovative summary of plays and happenings for readers every Sunday during the football season. Dyer, who played football at both high school and university levels, continued this work until his death in 1976. His content, known for its charm and humor, has left a lasting impact on UT football culture.

• 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — Cartoonist Bill Dyer captured Vols football games via clever Dyergrams