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UCLA Visits UNLV After 43–10 Opener, With Foster Insisting Problems Are Fixable

Film review left coaches stressing fixable fundamentals before a road test at UNLV.

Aug 30, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) throws against the Utah Utes during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • DeShaun Foster said the Bruins were "close" on film and emphasized better tackling, execution and details after Utah rolled up 492 yards, including 286 rushing.
  • Quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s UCLA debut drew scrutiny after he went 11-for-22 for 136 yards with one touchdown, one interception and four sacks plus 47 rushing yards.
  • UNLV defensive back Aamaris Brown said "nothing really sticks out" about Iamaleava on tape, prompting Foster to reply that UCLA will "play ball" rather than trade talk.
  • Rebels coach Dan Mullen praised Iamaleava’s talent and said he expects a rebound, as UNLV enters 2-0 behind Virginia transfer Anthony Colandrea and a defense with five interceptions in two games.
  • UCLA prepared for Allegiant Stadium’s turf this week and is monitoring personnel, with defensive lineman and captain Nico Davillier away from full practice for personal reasons and his status for Saturday uncertain.