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College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 23
Former Tennessee Vols QB Nico Iamaleava recognized for being part of one of college football's best moments in 2025
Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Nico Iamaleava was recognized this week for his part in the biggest upset of the 2025 college football season. Iamaleava, who transferred from Tennessee to UCLA last spring, led the Bruins to a huge upset win over the Penn State Nittany Lions this past October.
College Football News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / January 14
How Drake Lindsey’s 2026 Heisman odds reflect expectations for next season
FanDuel Sportsbook has released betting odds for the 2026 Heisman Trophy, and Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey is listed at +22500. That means if you placed a $100 wager on Lindsey to win the award, a winning bet would net you $22,500 dollars.
College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 13
Why UCLA Football Can Replicate Indiana's Miraculous Run
After hiring Bob Chesney along with acquiring string of very impactful recruits UCLA is poised to replicate Indiana's incredible two-year stretch. The Bruins' 2025 season by no measure is considered a success, but what came in the offseason gives everyone in Bruin Nation hope they can turn things around.
The 'CFB champion QB's since 1998' quiz
How many of the NCAA QBs who won the College Football National Championship in the BCS and CFP era can you name in five minutes?
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 9
Why UCLA's Offense Will Be Its Strength in 2026
After a very strong early-transfer portal, the Bruins may have already built their identity before they have even taken a snap. Entering this offseason, the Bruins had a plethora of issues that could have derailed Bob Chesney's inaugural season.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 8
Top 3 Offensive Bruins Heading Into 2026
The Bruins' expectations are sky-high in year one under Bob Chesney; these same expectations can only be met if these players have a great offensive campaign.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 8
ESPN says Demond Williams' dispute with Washington involves same figure who reportedly impacted Nico Iamaleava's negotiations with Vols
One of the figures that was allegedly involved in Nico Iamaleava's NIL negotiations with the Tennessee Vols this past April is said by ESPN to be invovled in the Demond Williams Jr situation with the Washington Huskies.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 6
Good, Bad, Ugly on State of UCLA Football Program
UCLA is in a prime position to have a decent 2026; however, there are a few things that stand in its way. UCLA's offseason has officially started now that Bob Chesney's Dukes are eliminated from the college football playoffs.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 1
Why a Bowl Game Is Crucial for UCLA Next Season
The Bruins need to make a bowl game next season or all the Chesney hype might be for nothing. Easily the biggest hiring of the Big Ten this offseason has been Bob Chesney to UCLA.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 31
ESPN announcer clears up misconception about what the Tennessee Vols did after Nico Iamaleava transferred to UCLA
Near the end of the Music City Bowl on Tuesday evening, ESPN play-by-play announcer Tom Hart cleared up a misconception about the Tennessee Vols and the program's pursuit of a transfer quarterback this past spring.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 30
What to Expect From Nico Iamaleava in Chesney’s System
With Nico Iamaleava returning it is time to explore expectations for the 2026 season. Getting Iamaleava back is a major boost for Bob Chesney in Year 1 and should ease his transition to the Power Four.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 30
Why UCLA Should Explore a Quarterback in the Transfer Portal
Bob Chesney's first big test as UCLA's head coach is on the horizon, with the January transfer portal window set to open in less than a week. Chesney and
College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 26
How Nico Iamaleava's decision to stay at UCLA could lead to Tennessee landing a transfer QB with a unique connection to the Vols
It's no secret that the Tennessee Vols need to add a transfer quarterback to their roster this offseason. With redshirt freshman Jake Merklinger hitting
UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / December 24
UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava makes transfer portal decision for 2026
Get used to the idea of a college football player re-signing with the team they played for in the previous season.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 12
UCLA Faces a Tough Decision at Quarterback
With Bob Chesney as the new Bruins head coach, there is plenty of speculations regarding the QB position. The Bruins' current QB, Nico Iamaleava , is the likely favorite for the job in 2026; however, with the transfer portal and NIL deals carving a new landscape for college football, his job is far from secure.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5
Grading the Bruins’ Running Back Room After the 2025 Season
Definitely not the greatest season on the ground for the Bruins, however, some of these grades may surprise you. There wasn't a single Bruins running back who had over 500 yards this season.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 2
How Nico Iamaleava’s Season Grades Out
In a season full of adversity, Nico Iamaleava proved he wasn’t the problem during the Bruins’ 3–9 campaign. Nico Iamaleava took a huge risk, leaving his college football playoff-caliber team in Tennessee.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 2
2 Players Bob Chesney Should Bring With Him to UCLA
After hiring Bob Chesney, this comes with plenty of hype, as well as plenty of roster implications. Most head coaches, after getting a new job, especially after moving up to a team of similar stature to UCLA's, tend to bring with them some of the players that made them so successful in the first place.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 2
UCLA’s Three Essential Players to Retain
We could see a huge roster shift once the Bob Chesney era kicks off after JMU finishes its season, but here are three players who can really contribute.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 30
Nico Iamaleava gets asked about his plans for the 2026 season following UCLA's final game of the season
Nico Iamaleava's 2026 season ended on Saturday night in Los Angeles. Iamaleava, who transferred from Tennessee to UCLA earlier this year, passed for 200 yards and one touchdown in the Bruins' 29-10 loss to USC.
College Football News / Field Level Media / November 15
Report: UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava out vs. No. 1 Ohio State
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava will miss Saturday night's game at No. 1 Ohio State because of a concussion, ESPN reported. Redshirt sophomore Luke Duncan will make his first career start for the Bruins (3-6, 3-3 Big Ten) against the unbeaten Buckeyes (9-0, 6-0) in Columbus.
College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 18
UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava helped off the field after brutal blindside tackle
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava had to be assisted off the field Saturday after taking a huge hit in the closing stages of his team’s game against Maryland.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 8
UCLA must keep good vibes going with win over Michigan State
The UCLA Bruins are riding high after a massive upset of the No. 7 Penn State Nittany Lions.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 4
CFB Playoff hopes of Penn State, Texas already on life support
Just when you think college football might take a week off from the insanity, the sport provides quite possibly the biggest upset of the season in Week 6.
College Football News / Field Level Media / October 4
Nico Iamaleava's 5 touchdowns help UCLA upset No. 7 Penn State
Nico Iamaleava accounted for five touchdowns as host UCLA stunned No. 7 Penn State 42-37 on Saturday to earn its first win of the season. Iamaleava went 17-of-24 for 166 yards with two touchdowns and ran 16 times for 128 yards and three scores.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 5
Stunning loss to previously winless UCLA should put James Franklin on hot seat at Penn State
Penn State has reached the point of no return.
College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 1
Things Get Worse for Former Tennessee Football QB Nico Iamaleava at UCLA
The Tennessee Volunteers have been doing well this season, despite having plenty of questions entering the season. One of the big question marks for the
UCLA Bruins News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8
Son of QB whisperer arrested on felony charge, suspended
UCLA quarterback Pierce Clarkson, the son of famous quarterback trainer Steve Clarkson, was arrested in Los Angeles on Friday.
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