Sampson would go down with a lower-body injury before the half concluded and would walk to the locker room under his own power which was a good sign. Sampson would return to the game thankfully for Vols' fans. Sampson will likely be limited in the second half of the contest.

In 12 appearances ahead of Mississippi State, Gaston has totaled two touchdowns to three interceptions in his career. On the other hand, Iamaleava, a former five-star, has thrown for 1,705 yards with nine touchdowns to four interceptions this season.