UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava has released a statement following a season-ending injury, the university announced Thursday.
The sophomore signal-caller addressed the situation after medical evaluation confirmed he will miss the remainder of the 2026 campaign. Iamaleava, who transferred to UCLA from Tennessee, had started the season as the Bruins' starting quarterback.
Details regarding the specific nature of the injury and the timeline for his recovery have not been disclosed. The program said further updates will be provided as they become available.
