Report: Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava Is Questionable Against Austin Peay

Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava is questionable for the Austin Peay game, according to WBIR Channel 10.

Austin Peay week didn't carry much drama for Tennessee. Many expect the Vols to cruise to victory later this evening; they currently sit as 48-point favorites. Because a blowout seems very possible, there was chatter that true freshman quarterback Nico Iamaleava would get an extended run in the second half. That possibility has now been thrown into question.

WBIR Channel 10 reported that Iamaleava is questionable for the game, as he reportedly has a wrist injury. WBIR is the only outlet that has reported this, though Volunteer Country is actively working to confirm. Losing Iamaleava wouldn't impact the outcome of the game, as he would only get in when the game was in hand for Tennessee. Still, it would be nice to get him reps early in the season to ensure that he could be ready if starting quarterback Joe Milton III went down with an injury later in the season.

How To Watch: Austin Peay vs. Tennessee

• Gameday: Saturday, September 9th, 2023.
• Game time: 5:00 pm ET
• TV: ESPN+ / SEC Network+
• Stadium: Neyland Stadium (Knoxville, Tennessee)
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Tennessee Volunteers QB Nico Iamaleava during a win over Virginia on September 2nd, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Caitie McMekin of the News Sentinel)

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