Quarterback Nico Iamaleava was held out of the second half of Tennessee’s big win over Mississippi State due to an upper body injury. With a game against Georgia just 7 days away, fans were immediately concerned about Iamaleava’s status going into that crucial matchup with the Bulldogs.

Nico Iamaleava was injured in the first half of Tennessee football's game against Mississippi State on Saturday. The Vols play Georgia next.

Iamaleava didn't return to the game after halftime due to an "upper body injury". After the game, Vols head coach Josh Heupel told reporters that he "anticipates" having Iamaleava