UCLA QBs Nico Iamaleava and Ty Dieffenbach compare through 116 attempts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 2:37 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

In a comparison of UCLA quarterbacks Nico Iamaleava and Ty Dieffenbach, both players have recorded 116 pass attempts this season. Dieffenbach achieved over 300 passing yards in a recent game, helping UCLA defeat Minnesota 34-20. Statistically, Iamaleava leads in completion percentage and has more rushing yards, while Dieffenbach has thrown for more touchdowns and fewer interceptions. The quarterbacks have faced different competition, with Dieffenbach playing against Big Ten defenses, while Iamaleava's games were against non-conference teams. Each QB has led the Bruins to recent successes, with the team aiming for its first College Football Playoff appearance.
- •Dieffenbach passed for over 300 yards against Minnesota.
- •Iamaleava has a higher completion percentage at 62.1%.
- •Dieffenbach has thrown six touchdowns, Iamaleava four.
- •Both quarterbacks recorded one rushing touchdown this season.
- •UCLA aims for its first College Football Playoff appearance.
- 2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Comparing Nico Iamaleava and Ty Dieffenbach through 116 pass attempts
"Both Nico Iamaleava and Ty Dieffenbach have had 116 pass attempts this season with the two UCLA QBs posting similar numbers.
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