It's not so much about underestimating the Vols as it may be overestimating the Gamecocks (they've been squeaking by). I foresee two, maybe three, more losses for them this season.
The Vols went 1-7 in both 2011 and 2012. That's a grand total of 2 wins within the conference over the last two years. They beat Vandy in 2011, and another "powerhouse" in Kentucky last year. Their remaining schedule is Alabama, Missouri, Auburn, Vandy, and Kentucky. They'll squeak another conference win in at the end of the season. Maybe two if Vandy isn't on their game.And your comments on UT above should cost you a point somewhere...