At the September 10 football game against Cincinnati in 2011, fans were asked to pause for a moment of silence in memory of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Patrick Lenoir, who played offensive tackle for UT from 1988 to 1991, carried an American flag and led the team through the “T” in memory of his brother, Rob, who was among the victims in the World Trade Center. During the first time out, first responders who risked their lives were honored by recognizing representatives of local fire, medical, and police officers.