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UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava named to Maxwell Award watch list

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 1:04 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava named to Maxwell Award watch list

Summary

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava has been named to the 90th Maxwell Award watch list for the 2026 season. This marks his second consecutive year on the list, following a season where he completed 64.4% of his passes for 1,928 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions, along with 505 rushing yards and 4 rushing touchdowns. The Maxwell Award recognizes the Collegiate Player of the Year, with semifinalists to be announced on November 10 and a winner determined on December 10. Iamaleava and newly appointed head coach Bob Chesney aim to improve UCLA's performance amid competition from prominent Big Ten quarterbacks.

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•Nico Iamaleava named to the Maxwell Award watch list.
•He had 1,928 passing yards and 505 rushing yards last season.
•UCLA aims to bounce back under new coach Bob Chesney.
•Semifinalists for the Maxwell Award will be announced on November 10.
•The award winner will be revealed at the ESPN Home Depot College Football Award Show on December 10.

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