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It’s been rocky times for quarterback Nico Iamaleava and the University of Tennessee football program.
The 20-year-old ended more than a week long speculation and drama surrounding his future after he announced on Sunday that he committed to play for UCLA next season.
“To the amazing people in Knoxville, thank you for embracing and uplifting me throughout my time there,” Iamaleava said in an Instagram post. “I’ll be forever thankful for the support you showed me every step of the way and I’ll always cherish the relationships I built there and the memories I created with my brothers. I believe with all my heart that I gave my all as a Volunteer. I’m truly grateful for the time I had at UT.”
The Bruins struggled in their first season in the Big Ten, finishing 5-7 under first-year head coach Deshaun Foster.
UCLA was in need of a quarterback after losing last season’s starter, Ethan Garbers, and former four-star recruit Justyn Martin who transferred to the University of Maryland.
Nico is officially a Bruin! Welcome to Westwood, @nico_iamaleava8! #DoMore #DRE pic.twitter.com/75gv4nkCUK
— UCLA Football (@UCLAFootball) April 20, 2025
Earlier this week, Iamaleava entered the NCAA transfer portal, according to On3’s Pete Nakos, with a do-not-contact tag. The designation typically means other schools and coaches should notcontact the player as the player wants to initiate dialogue with other programs.
The move came as a surprise after the redshirt sophomore helped lead the Volunteers to the College Football Playoff a few months ago.
Last week,…
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