Tee Martin shares pregame nap story before 1998 championship game
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Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Tee Martin recounted a unique pregame experience before the 1998 national championship while speaking at the University of Tennessee on October 28. The former quarterback recalled taking a nap in his locker after warm-ups prior to facing Florida State in the BCS National Championship Game. He joined teammates and coach Phillip Fulmer for a Q&A following a screening of a documentary about the Vols' successful season. Martin discussed the team's lighter approach leading up to the game, emphasizing how a relaxed atmosphere contributed to their victory. Tennessee won the championship game 23-16, marking its first national title since 1951.
- •Tee Martin took a nap in his locker before the title game.
- •He joined Coach Phillip Fulmer and teammates for a Q&A on October 28.
- •The Vols defeated Florida State 23-16 in the championship game.
- •Tennessee's 1998 season marked their first national title since 1951.
- •Martin's narrative illustrates the team's relaxed atmosphere leading up to the game.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Tee Martin reveals pregame nap before Tennessee football's national championship
"Tee Martin revealed he fell asleep in his locker right before leading Tennessee to the 1998 national championship.
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