Speaking only for myself...I couldn't care less about winning the SEC. UK has won it so many flippin times (while UT hasn't), I can see why it is a big deal for UT fans.
The NCAAs are what truly matter. Consistent success in the NCAAs decade over decade, is what matters. That is what programs and coaches are ultimately judged on.
So I say all this to say...congrats on UTs regular season title. Really, congrats. They earned it. But maybe UT can finally find some success in the tournament that really matters...