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Report: Where UCLA's Iamaleava Landed in Final Transfer Ranking

UCLA immediately elevated its offense when it added transfer quarterback Nico Iamaleava last month. The former Tennessee quarterback was the top transfer available when the Bruins added him last month, but a recent ranking didn't have him quite as high.

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UCLA Bruins Bolster 2026 Class With Talented EDGE Commitment

The UCLA Bruins do not have a high volume of commitments in the 2026 class yet, but they are putting together a nice collection of players. Wide Receiver Jaron Pula is the lone 4-star at the moment, but Coach DeShaun Foster is going after guys who want to be Bruins and have high ceilings.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 15

UCLA Lands Three-Star Class of 2026 DL

Less than 24 hours after UCLA earned the commitment of Matthew Muasau , the Bruins have landed another defensive prospect from the class of 2026. According to multiple sources, class of 2026 three-star defensive lineman Anthony "Poppa" Jones has committed to UCLA.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 15

UCLA Bruins to Star in Early-Season Heated NFL Matchup

The NFL schedule was released on Wednesday, and thus, Sports Illustrated's Conor Orr listed his "13 most interesting games of the season." The first game he mentioned promises to be a hate-fueled matchup starring Bruins Kolton Miller, Otito Ogbonni, and Andre James .

Nico Iamaleava News / A to Z Sports / May 15

Former Vols QB Nico Iamaleava could help UCLA get a big win before he ever sees the field for the Bruins

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Nico Iamaleava could help his new team, the UCLA Bruins, get a big win before he even takes the field for a practice.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 15

UCLA Extends Offer to 2027 WR From Florida

The UCLA Bruins are keeping an eye on a rising receiving talent from cross-country, recently extending an offer to 2027 wide receiver Dallas Crescenzo, he announced last week via X, formerly known as Twitter.

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / May 14

UCLA Bruins Surprisingly Add ANOTHER Quarterback In The Transfer Portal

After the UCLA Bruins shocked the college football world when they landed both Nico and Madden Iamaleava in the transfer portal, they have now added another quarterback from the portal to the roster.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 14

Bruins Offer Pair of 2027 Prospects Out of Florida

The UCLA Bruins went down to Boynton Beach, Florida, extending offers to a pair of 2027 prospects that have flown under the radar to this point. They began with 2027 defensive end Javion Herrington, a two-sport athlete from Somerset Academy Canyons High School.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 13

UCLA Makes Top Eight for NFL Legacy, Brother of Bruin

UCLA is in the running for a class of 2026 offensive tackle, one who already has ties to the program. Quinn Buckey of Liberty High School announced his top eight schools on social media on Monday, and the Bruins were on his list.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 13

UCLA's Jordan Chiles Featured in Latest SI Swimsuit Edition

At this point, the question is not what Jordan Chiles can do, nor is it what can't she accomplish? The question for the UCLA legend is simply what will she do next?

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 13

Where Does UCLA Stand in Latest National Rankings?

The No. 14 UCLA Bruins (37-14, 20-7) made up some ground this week, returning to their 14th national ranking that they held two weeks prior, per D1Baseball.com .

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 13

Bruins Offer 2027 RB From Florida

The UCLA Bruins extended another offer this past weekend, sending one out to 2027 unrated running back Omari St. Fort out of Delray Beach, Florida, he announced via X, formerly known as Twitter.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 12

Big Ten Pushing for Expanded College Football Playoff

The UCLA Bruins, as a result of their membership with the Big Ten, kicked off a series of events whose consequences are now starting to reveal themselves.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 12

Bruins Offer 2028 WR From Florida

The UCLA Bruins recently extended an offer to 2028 wide receiver Peter Pierre, a native of Hollywood, Florida, and just the fourth prospect to be offered by the Bruins in the 2028 recruiting class.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 12

Bruins' John Savage Reaches New Career Milestone

With the No. 18 UCLA Bruins (37-14, 20-7) earning a 9-1 win over the Illinois Fighting Illini on the road Saturday, head coach John Savage achieved an incredible coaching milestone.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 12

UCLA '26 Commit Shines at Prospect Camp

UCLA football has only landed four commits from the class of 2026, all of whom are wide receivers. But one in particular is making a name for himself this offseason.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 10

Hawaii Attempting to Schedule UCLA Game at NFL Stadium

The Los Angeles Rams and the state of Hawaii have been working together, with the Rams and the Hawaii Tourism Authority pushing new initiatives to help the tourism industry in the islands.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 10

Bruins Extend Offer to Local 2027 ATH

The UCLA Bruins extended another offer this week, showing interest in 2027 athlete Hakim Frampton out of Harbor City, he announced via, X, formerly known as Twitter.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 10

Bruins Offer 2026 Four-Star LB

The UCLA Bruins are now one of 30 schools that have thrown their hat in the ring to gain the commitment of 2026 four-star linebacker Kosi Okpala out of Houston, Texas, he announced via X, formerly known as Twitter.

Nico Iamaleava News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 9

Report: Where UCLA Nico Iamaleava Ranks Among Big Ten QBs

UCLA football made headlines when it added Nico Iamaleava, the quarterback who was the talk of the college football world last month after he held out of spring practice and ultimately transferred out of Tennessee.

Nico Iamaleava News / Yardbarker / May 1

CFB is big business and Tennessee's AD believes fans understand

College football is big business and Tennessee's AD believes fans understand that

Tennessee was at the center of the college football universe this spring when starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava left the program via the transfer portal.

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Nico Iamaleava News / Yardbarker / April 23