UCLA QB Iamaleava getting comfortable with new playbook under OC Kennedy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava spoke at media day about adjusting to the new offensive playbook under offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy. Iamaleava, a junior who transferred from Tennessee last summer, mentioned that while the offensive philosophies are similar, there are notable differences in formations and terminology. He expressed his commitment to understanding the playbook and enjoying the coaching style of Kennedy and head coach Bob Chesney. The Bruins look to improve their offensive performance after a challenging scoring season last year.
- •Nico Iamaleava is adapting to new offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy.
- •IAMaleava transferred to UCLA from Tennessee last summer.
- •UCLA scored over 20 points in only five games last season.
- •Coaches Kennedy and Chesney are implementing different formations and terminology.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — UCLA QB Iamaleava diving 'into that playbook' made by new OC Kennedy
""I've continued to dive into that playbook and get comfortable with it," Iamaleava explained. "It's been fun under coach Kennedy and coach Ches."
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