"Iamaleava Leads Tennessee to Dominant Citrus Bowl Victory Over Iowa"
Tennessee triumphed over Iowa with a 35-0 win in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, finishing their season 9-4. Pro Football Focus grades revealed QB Nico Iamaleava as the top offensive player for Tennessee, while LEO James Pearce Jr. received the highest defensive grade, possibly the best in three seasons of PFF grading. The Vols' offense faced challenges in pass protection and wide receiver performance, and with top rushers opting out, Dylan Sampson and Cameron Seldon stepped up effectively in the running game. The secondary, particularly safeties Andre Turrentine and Jaylen McCollough, also performed well, ending the season on a high note.