Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava has received medical clearance to participate in the highly anticipated matchup against No. 11 Georgia on Saturday night. This game, featuring the sixth-ranked Volunteers, is pivotal for the College Football Playoff picture.

Iamaleava sustained an injury during a recent win over Mississippi State and began the week under concussion protocol. Initially included as questionable in the first two injury reports from the Southeastern Conference, he was completely removed from the report on Friday, indicating his return to full health.

The young quarterback has been instrumental in Tennessee’s impressive four-game winning streak. Since stepping in during the latter part of the game against Alabama on October 19, Iamaleava has shown remarkable performance, completing 65% of his passes for a total of 1,879 yards. His statistics also feature 11 touchdown passes, although he has thrown four interceptions during this stretch.

In addition to Iamaleava’s return, receiver Dont’e Thornton is also set to play after being listed as questionable due to a hand injury. Thornton has been a key contributor to the Volunteers’ offense, leading the team with 505 receiving yards and four touchdowns. The availability of both players boosts Tennessee’s chances as they prepare for this critical contest.