Heupel's actions show he doesn't trust Milton to run the offense, which is in turtle mode. He must let Milton try or make a difficult call.
The Vols are coming off two of the best quarterback seasons in program history, authored by, whose greatness is probably appreciated a bit more today by Vols fans and will grow in stature over time. They’re building up to Heupel’s fourth season, with what is shaping up to be the most talented UT roster since this was a legit national contender under Phillip Fulmer, with Iamaleava in a much better position to cut loose after a year in the program.
Tennessee in 2023 has to figure out which quarterback gives it the best chance to win for the rest of the season. The secondary question is, does the freshman benefit more from being thrown into the fray now, or from sitting and watching? If Heupel believes he’s ready to handle all that comes with it and gives the Vols more upside, it’s time to consider a switch — this team can still have a nine-win regular season, and that would not halt program momentum.
But that’s also a heavy move, considering all that Milton has done — the work, the willingness to stay in Knoxville after Hooker beat him out — to earn this opportunity. He’s a team leader, if notteam leader. He’s experienced and has tremendous physical ability. And if you didn’t watch this game, haven’t watched him all season, and just saw his numbers — 20-for-34, 287 yards, two touchdowns and his first pick since 2020 at Michigan — you might wonder why this is even a question.
Heupel told you why at the end of the first half. Tennessee has essentially become a team that is comfortable throwing screens and the occasional deep pass. Milton threw the deep ball well Saturday, by the way, with shots of 41 to
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