Tennessee’s future is set for his senior season of high school football. Nico Iamaleava, a five-star quarterback out of California, made waves when he committed to the Volunteers back in the spring. Iamaleava was one of the first recruits to land a major (future) NIL payday, reportedly signing a deal worth $8 million.
It was a major splash for Josh Heupel, who came to Tennessee with a bit of a question mark surrounding his ability to be an elite recruiter. Iamaleava filled a need for the Vols, who will be looking to replace veteran quarterback Hendon Hooker in 2023.