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Tennessee Volunteers Adjust as Iamaleava Transfers to UCLA

7/14/2025

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The Tennessee Volunteers are bracing for change as quarterback Nico Iamaleava heads to UCLA, leaving Joey Aguilar to step into the spotlight with his Appalachian State experience. While the team faces challenges with key departures, expert Phil Steele remains optimistic, citing a favorable SEC schedule that could keep their playoff hopes alive.

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The Tennessee Volunteers are bracing for change as quarterback Nico Iamaleava heads to UCLA, leaving Joey Aguilar to step into the spotlight with his Appalachian State experience. While the team faces challenges with key departures, expert Phil Steele remains optimistic, citing a favorable SEC schedule that could keep their playoff hopes alive.