Breaking News: QB Nico Iamaleava Revokes Decommitment, Returns to Tennessee, and Accepts $2.4 Million NIL Deal…..⬇️⬇️⬇️Breaking News: Nico Iamaleava Recommits to Tennessee with $2.4 Million NIL Deal
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — May 5, 2025
In a dramatic turn of events, five-star quarterback Nico Iamaleava has officially revoked his decommitment and announced his return to the University of Tennessee, accompanied by a reported $2.4 million Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal.
The highly touted quarterback, who originally committed to the Volunteers before briefly exploring other options, made the announcement early Monday morning via a video posted to social media, reaffirming his loyalty to Tennessee. The move ends weeks of speculation about his future and sends shockwaves through the college football landscape.
“I’m home,” Iamaleava said in the announcement. “Tennessee has always believed in me, and I’m ready to finish what we started.”
The lucrative NIL deal is one of the largest for a college football player this year and is said to include endorsement opportunities, appearances, and digital media campaigns with several national brands.
Iamaleava’s return is a massive boost for Tennessee’s program, which is looking to build on recent momentum under head coach Josh Heupel. The quarterback is expected to take on a leadership role immediately and could be a centerpiece of the Volunteers’ offense moving forward.
Fans and analysts alike are praising the move, seeing it as a win for both the player and the program.
More details about the NIL agreement and Iamaleava’s future plans are expected to emerge in the coming days.
