John Thornton discusses Mitchell's 23-point explosion, A&M's big win on Rocky Top

Key notes from Dr. John Thornton interview

• Without a doubt, Buzz always talks about how his athletes are great kids, and they are. This team has a great coaching staff. To be able to have everything come together at Tennessee is remarkable. It was a hard-fought game, and it was not easy, especially in front of that crowd on Rocky Top. It was a great sign of the Aggies’ resilience.
   
• Defensively, Rick Barnes’ teams are good, and we had them in disarray in defense.