Anyone that knows me knows that I’m a Tennessee fan. If you travel to Tennessee as much as I do, you begin to realize when it’s almost time for football season to start up again. I, along with the help of my uncle, (who I will call the enthusiast), have put together a list of four signs that let you know when the Vols are almost ready to start running through the Power T again.

1. Car and house flags

As football season approaches, Tennessee fans transform their undecorated cars and homes into an advertisement for all that is Big Orange. Fans can show their love in many ways. The more orange you can see from farther away, the better. For instance, fans may express their support by placing car flags on their windows, Power T's on the backs of their cars or purchasing a new Tennessee mailbox.

2. A change in weather

As football time gets closer, so do cooler temperatures (hopefully). The leaves begin to change, and even take on a shade of orange (this is not a coincidence, God loves Big Orange country).

3. Endless "Rocky Top"

The day before the first game of the season, a local Knoxville station plays many versions of "Rocky Top." This is the only day where you can hear everything from the original version of
"Rocky Top," to dogs barking to the tune of the popular fight song.

4. Finally, the big day.

After decorating, the change in weather and the endless singing of “Rocky Top,” game day is here. On this day, Tennessee fans from all over come to Neyland Stadium to watch the Vols play their first game of the season.