Nico Iamaleava named Manning Award Star of the Week

Sep 7, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) throws under pressure from North Carolina State Wolfpack linebacker Devon Betty (8) during the second half at the Dukes Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Tennessee redshirt freshman quarterback Nico Iamaleava was named Manning Award Star of the Week after his performance against North Carolina State in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.

He was one of eight quarterbacks recognized with the honor given by the Manning Award sponsored by the Allstate Sugar Bowl.

Iamaleava, making his third career start against the Wolfpack in the Duke’s Mayo Classic, accounted for 276 yards of total offense and three touchdowns in Tennessee’s 51-10 victory.

He completed 16-of-21 passing attempts for 211 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. Iamaleava also totaled 65 rushing yards and one touchdown on eight attempts.

He led the Vols to a victory over a ranked opponent for a second time in three starts. Week 23 marked the second game where Iamaleava recorded at least one passing touchdown and one rushing touchdown.

Sep 7, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) shakes the hand of his father after the win over North Carolina State Wolfpack at the Dukes Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Publish date : 2024-09-10 11:05:59

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