Breaking News:Joey Halzle in a good shape for challenge just in time

Tennessee Volunteers offensive coordinator Joey Halzle spoke about what he’s looking for from quarterback Nico Iamaleava during the Cheez-Its Citrus Bowl…..

All eyes are on quarterback Nico Iamaleava heading into Monday afternoon. Tennessee starting quarterback Joe Milton III opted out of the Cheez-Its Citrus Bowl to prepare for the NFL Draft, leaving the young Iamaleava in line for the first start of his college career. Offensive coordinator Joey Halzle has worked closely with him over the past year to prepare him for this moment, and Halzle explained what he’s expecting from Iamaleava on Monday.

Iamaleava signed with Tennessee last December, becoming the highest-rated quarterback to sign with the Vols in the rankings era. Fans have been waiting for his first extended opportunity since he committed back in March 2022. Halzle explained that a ranking didn’t determine Iamaleava’s path to this moment but his work ethic.