November 9, 2024 – The Tennessee Volunteers continued their impressive season with a commanding 33-14 victory over Mississippi State at Neyland Stadium. Playing under cloudy skies in front of 101,915 fans, the Vols improved to 8-1 (5-1 SEC) while the Bulldogs dropped to 2-8 (0-6 SEC).
The Volunteers struck early and often, with quarterback Nico Iamaleava connecting on two explosive touchdown passes in the first half. The freshman signal-caller showed poise beyond his years, leading Tennessee’s high-powered offense with precision.
Quarterback Performance:
| Player | Passing Yards | TDs | Key Plays |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nico Iamaleava (TEN) | 174 | 2 | 34-yd TD to White, 73-yd TD to Thornton |
Tennessee’s ground attack proved equally effective, wearing down the Mississippi State defense as the game progressed. Dylan Sampson’s 33-yard touchdown run in the third quarter effectively sealed the game for the Volunteers.
Running Back Statistics:
| Player | Rushing Yards | TDs | Notable Run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Sampson (TEN) | 149 | 1 | 33-yd TD |
| Davon Booth (MIS) | 125 | 1 | 1-yd TD |
Tennessee’s defense held firm throughout the contest, limiting Mississippi State to just two scoring drives despite the Bulldogs’ persistent efforts to establish their running game.
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