Jalon Walker spoke to the media during Monday’s press conference to preview Tennessee.

Below are the highlights of what he had to say.

• Walker on Nico Iamaleava: “He’s a talented QB, able to his legs. He’s a very talented guy.”

• Walker said Smael Mondon came out of the game feeling good. Said it was a “full circle” moment to see him back on the field.

• Walker said the team is very process-oriented. As far as Saturday is concerned, said the team just has to be better.

• Walker said Tennessee’s offense will show pace, but the Bulldogs have seen it all year.

• Walker said the team is just worried about playing Tennessee, not the playoffs.

• Walker said he’s expecting great crowd energy at Sanford Stadium on Saturday night.

• Regarding Tennessee Walker said, “We need to stop the run.”

• Walker said the offensive line “is a hard-working group, and it’s doing the best it can.”

• Walker said Jake Pope “made a mistake” when he “celebrated” with Ole Miss fans on the field after the game. But he would not elaborate further.