Tennessee's Nico Iamaleava Expected to Play vs. Georgia

Tennessee coach Josh Heupel expressed confidence that quarterback Nico Iamaleava will be ready to play against Georgia despite suffering a head injury during the Vols' 33-14 victory over Mississippi State. Iamaleava did not return for the second half after being evaluated for concussion-like symptoms, but he practiced with the team on Monday and had a positive day, according to Heupel. Prior to his exit, Iamaleava had a strong performance, completing 8-of-13 passes for 174 yards and two touchdowns. The upcoming game is crucial for both teams' playoff aspirations, with the Bulldogs looking to bounce back from a loss to Ole Miss. Heupel's comments suggest Iamaleava's injury was precautionary, providing hope for the Vols as they aim to end a seven-game losing streak against Georgia. The match, featuring ESPN's GameDay, is set to be a pivotal SEC showdown for both teams.