Tennessee's star quarterback Nico Iamaleava dazzled in his season opener, leading the No. 15 Volunteers to a commanding 69-3 victory over Tennessee Tech. Iamaleava set a UT record with 314 passing yards in the first half and contributed three touchdown passes. This performance has fueled significant hype around Iamaleava, who is seen as a potential Heisman candidate. Tennessee's victory also featured a standout play by freshman defensive end Jordan Ross, who blocked a punt and returned it for a touchdown. The Volunteers now prepare for a challenging matchup against No. 22 NC State. Meanwhile, the Georgia Bulldogs will play their first game of the 2024 season at home against Tennessee Tech, seeking to maintain their perfect record in the series.