Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava hurt late in half against Mississippi St, doesn't return for 3rd quarter
Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava prepares to throw to a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in Knoxville, Tenn. Credit: AP/Wade Payne
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava suffered an upper-body injury late in the first half against Mississippi State on Saturday night and did not return after halftime.
Iamaleava was hurt when Bulldogs safety hit Isaac Smith hit him as he released a pass.
Iamaleava was 8 of 13 for 174 yards and two touchdowns. Backup Gaston Moore started the third quarter in his place. The Volunteers led 20-7 at half.
The Vols play at No. 3 Georgia next week.
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