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Redshirt sophomore quarterback Nico Iamaleava is taking part in spring practices. The Vols will conclude spring practices with their annual Orange & White Game on Saturday at Neyland Stadium.
Ahead of Saturday’s spring football game, Pete Nakos of On3 announced Iamaleava is in contract negotiations with Tennessee.
“Tennessee and Nico Iamaleava are in active contract negotiations ahead of the 2025 season,” On3 announced.
The 6-foot-6, 220-pound signal-caller has appeared in 18 games for the Vols from 2023-24.
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“Nico Iamaleava’s multi-million dollar deal was one of the first large NIL contracts,” Nakos additionally said. “The college football market has adjusted significantly — especially at the quarterback position.”
Iamaleava has completed 241-of-379 passing attempts for 2,930 yards, 21 touchdowns and five interceptions. He has also recorded 435 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 129 attempts.
Kickoff for Tennessee’s Orange & White Game on Saturday is slated for 2 p.m. EDT. Information regarding a pregame Vol Walk can be read here.
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