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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.

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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.

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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 / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 29

Latest on Nico Iamaleava’s Status vs. USC Trojans

After going down against Washington with neck spasms, Nico Iamaleava has a real chance to suit up against USC. The Bruins quarterback should be able to play against USC if all goes well before kickoff.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 28

Former Vols QB Nico Iamaleava is doing something in the final week of the regular season that he won't get enough credit for

UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava, a former Tennessee Vols quarterback who left Rocky Top for SoCal earlier this year, is doing something this week that he won't get nearly enough credit for.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 23

Tennessee throws Urban Meyer's words back into his face in person on Saturday

Former Florida Gators head coach Urban Meyer had some strong words about the Tennessee Volunteers during the offseason after the Vols and former starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava parted ways.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / November 23

Did UCLA’s Nico Iamaleava suffer another concussion? Nobody seems sure

Kirby Smart-level toughness has become the expectation at the UCLA football team, too, and Nico Iamaleava has been at the center of that conversation all month.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / November 23

Early UCLA Turnovers Translate to Washington Win

In what could be the final regular-season game inside the Rose Bowl for UCLA, it was the Washington defense that initiated the pace. Ryan Walters’ defense forced three first-half turnovers, including two fumbles and a turnover on downs.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 23

Social Media Reacts to UCLA vs Washington

UCLA took on Washington in its final home game of the season. With the game being broadcast nationally, UCLA would still falter 48-14. Not the result Bruins fans were hoping for on senior night.

College Football News / Washington Huskies on SI / November 21

Walters Registers Over-The-Top Concern About UCLA QB

As part of his weekly responsibilities as University of Washington defensive coordinator, Ryan Walters spent 10 minutes speaking to media members about Saturday night's football game against UCLA.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 20

Inside Nico Iamaleava's Progression at UCLA Practice

The UCLA Bruins (3-7, 3-4 Big Ten) had to endure defeat to college football's top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes without star quarterback Nico Iamaleava. The

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / November 20

Week 13 Big Ten Previews: USC, Ducks in High-Stakes Duel — Highlighting two games involving teams in the West and the four best of the rest

The penultimate week of the regular season in the Big Ten has 16 of the 18 teams playing across eight conference matchups. The two teams from the Hoosier state have the bye as Indiana and Purdue get an extra week to prepare for each other.

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College Football News / College Football News / November 19

Washington vs UCLA Prediction, Preview, and Betting Lines

Things are starting to change at UCLA. It’s just trying to get through the season, it’s coming off an ugly blowout loss to Ohio State, and star quarterback Nico Iamaleava is trying to get past a concussion problem.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 18

UCLA Injury Updates: Iamaleava, Two Key Offensive Linemen

The UCLA Bruins (3-7, 3-4 Big Ten) may not have much left to play for this season, but that doesn't mean interim coach Tim Skipper isn't going to motivate his squad to compete like he has all season.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 17

Takeaways From UCLA's 48-10 Loss to Ohio State

On today's episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, we look back at UCLA's loss to No. 1 Ohio State, and look forward to an uncharted end to the Bruins' season.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 16

Breaking Down the Blame for UCLA’s 48–10 Defeat

If we look at the recent matchup, it was definitely not in UCLA's favour, and they suffered a crushing 48-10 defeat against top-ranked Ohio State on November 15, 2025.

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 / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 15

Why UCLA will be without Nico Iamaleava against Ohio State

UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s return to Ohio Stadium will no longer be taking place Saturday, as the former Tennessee Volunteer has been ruled out after sustaining a concussion during the Bruins’ 28-21 loss against Nebraska.

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.

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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.

Stunning loss to previously winless UCLA should put James Franklin on hot seat at Penn State

Arch Manning, Texas must recalibrate season expectations after flop vs. Florida

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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