Nico Iamaleava injury status: Tennessee issues update on star QB ahead of Georgia game

Nico Iamaleava is officially listed as questionable for this week’s marquee matchup between Tennessee and Georgia.

Iamaleava did not play in the second half of Tennessee’s win vs. Mississippi State last weekend due to a concussion. Coach Josh Heupel has expressed confidence throughout the week that Iamaleava would be able to play on Saturday vs. the Bulldogs, however.

Here’s a look at Tennessee’s availability report:

If Iamaleava can’t go on Saturday, it would be a huge blow for the Volunteers. Although it hasn’t been a perfect debut season for him, Iamaleava has moved the ball more efficiently as the season has gone on. He’s now averaging 8.5 yards per attempt, which ranks 4th amongst qualified SEC quarterbacks.

Tennessee’s backup quarterback is Gaston Moore, who has produced some mixed results in relief of Iamaleava this season. He’s completed 16-of-25 passes for 201 yards, 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions so far this season.

Tennessee will be looking for its first win over Georgia since 2016. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday night.

Spenser Davis

Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.