Xavier Gilliam records three sacks in Tennessee football win over Furman

Tennessee defensive tackle Xavier Gilliam recorded three sacks and five tackles for loss in his team debut on Sept. 5. The No. 18 Volunteers secured a 56-9 victory over Furman at Neyland Stadium to open the season at 1-0. Gilliam, a transfer from Penn State, also forced a fumble and shared the team lead with six tackles. Tennessee’s defense held the Paladins to 221 total yards and forced six three-and-outs during the contest. The Volunteers next face Georgia Tech on Sept. 12.

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