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Nico Iamaleava Transfers to UCLA, Triggering Quarterback Shake-Up

The former Tennessee quarterback's move prompts Joey Aguilar's transfer to Tennessee and brings Nico's younger brother Madden to UCLA.

Dec 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) throws against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half of the College Football Playoff first round game at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State won 42-17. Mandatory Credit: Adam Cairns-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Nico Iamaleava officially announced his transfer to UCLA after parting ways with Tennessee following a dispute over NIL terms.
  • Tennessee has responded by acquiring UCLA quarterback Joey Aguilar, completing what many are calling an unofficial quarterback swap.
  • Iamaleava's younger brother, Madden, is also set to join UCLA after entering the transfer portal from Arkansas.
  • Iamaleava's NIL deal with UCLA remains undisclosed, but it reportedly falls short of the $4 million annual figure he sought from Tennessee.
  • Iamaleava's transfer highlights growing player leverage in college football, fueled by NIL opportunities and the transfer portal.