Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava is set to play this Saturday night as the sixth-ranked Volunteers take on No. 11 Georgia, a matchup significant for College Football Playoff implications.
Iamaleava, who sustained an injury during a win over Mississippi State, spent the early part of the week in concussion protocol. However, after being listed as questionable on prior injury reports submitted to the Southeastern Conference, he was cleared and did not appear on the report Friday, indicating his readiness for the game.
The freshman quarterback has been instrumental in Tennessee’s four-game winning streak, boasting impressive statistics that include a 65% completion rate on 1,879 passing yards, along with 11 touchdowns and four interceptions since halftime of the Oct. 19 victory against Alabama.
Additionally, receiver Dont’e Thornton has also been cleared to participate. Initially considered questionable due to a hand injury, he leads the Volunteers with 505 receiving yards and four touchdowns, further boosting the team’s offensive strength.
This development is positive news for the Volunteers, as both players are vital to their performance against Georgia, a critical contest that could define their path in the playoffs. With Iamaleava and Thornton on the field, Tennessee fans have much to look forward to as they hope to extend their winning streak.