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Josh Heupel Not Ready to Name a Starting Quarterback vs. South Carolina

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel continued to leave the starting quarterback spot against South Carolina undecided, despite praising George MacIntyre’s recent performance. Heupel highlighted MacIntyre’s decision-making and efficiency, calling the junior’s play “smart” and noting he likes ‘a lot’ of what he’s done.

However, the coach stopped short of naming a starter, instead deferring the decision to game day. The uncertainty adds intrigue to Tennessee’s SEC matchup, where a quarterback capable of sustaining drives will be critical.

MacIntyre has shown flashes of progress, but Heupel’s measured endorsement suggests the debate over the starting role remains unresolved. With the Volunteers needing consistency at the position, the focus now shifts to whether MacIntyre earns the nod to build on his praised traits against the Gamecocks.

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