Overview

• Nico Iamaleava entered the transfer portal after Tennessee declined his request to double his NIL deal from over $2 million to $4 million annually.
• UCLA has emerged as the leading contender for Iamaleava, but no agreement has been finalized as of April 19, 2025.
• Reports indicate UCLA's NIL offer is between $1 million and $1.5 million, far below Iamaleava’s initial demand, leaving his next move uncertain.
• Iamaleava has publicly denied rumors that he intentionally underperformed or considered sitting out Tennessee's playoff game against Ohio State.
• The quarterback's father, Nic Iamaleava, is reported to have played a significant role in shaping the negotiations and decisions surrounding his transfer.