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UCLA Quarterback Iamaleava Out for Season After Leg Injury
The Bruins signal caller will miss the remainder of the year following the setback sustained in a victory at Oregon.
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Injury Details and Team Response
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava suffered a leg injury late in the first half of a win at Oregon on Oct. 11 after being tackled by two defenders. He missed one play before returning briefly, then did not start the second half. The following week the coach announced Iamaleava would miss the rest of the season and was expected to undergo surgery. The player shared on social media that he had accepted the season was over and would lean on faith while planning a return.
Season Statistics
Iamaleava finished with 982 passing yards, four touchdowns and four interceptions. He added 144 rushing yards and one touchdown on the ground before the injury.
Upcoming Matchup and Replacement
The seventh-ranked Bruins enter Saturday at 7-0 and will host Nevada, which stands at 3-4. Ty Dieffenbach is set for his third start in place of Iamaleava and has thrown for 505 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.
Future Outlook
Iamaleava transferred from Tennessee in April 2025 and retains one year of eligibility.
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