Dylan Sampson has his name in the history books following an epic play against the Kentucky Wildcats.

Sampson has had an impressive season so far with four games remaining on the schedule. He was the leading touchdown candidate in the SEC for the rush, as he had 17 entering this contest. He was just one point shy of being tied with Gene McEver, who had 18 rushing touchdowns in 1929.

Sampson would tie the record in the third quarter and also give the Vols their first lead of the game. He would also break the SEC record for most rushing touchdowns in just eight games.

Sampson would look to break the record inside Neyland Stadium to kick off the November slate and he would do it in the fourth quarter. He extended the Vols’ lead with his 19th rushing touchdown this season.

The Vols have two more home games against Mississippi State next week and UTEP in three weeks, as well as two away games against Georgia in two weeks and Vanderbilt in four weeks. The Vols are also bowl eligible and pushing for a playoff and SEC Championship berth.

Sampson has a chance to find himself in the Heisman race and become the first volunteer since Peyton Manning to win the prestigious award given to the most outstanding player during this particular season.

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