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Heupel: Nico Iamaleava ‘ready to play at a really high level’

Tennessee is entering 2023 with confidence following a strong, bounceback finish to their 2022 season. However, there is a little mystery at the most important position on the field. We all think we know what the Vols have in Joe Milton, but what about behind him? At a moment’s notice, true freshman Nico Iamaleava could be forced into action.

The five-star, No. 1 overall prospect has been preparing for that potential moment since arriving on campus back in December. He went through bowl practices with the team, then the spring and now the fall.

Should he be forced into action, Josh Heupel is confident he’s ready to perform.