UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava returns after injury in win against California
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Last updated Sep 6, 2026
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava left the field late in the team's season opener against California following an injury during a third-down conversion. Iamaleava, who appeared to sustain a right ankle injury after being tackled while scrambling, was helped to the medical tent by support staff. Despite the concern, the quarterback later returned to the game. His presence coincided with a 53-yard touchdown run by Anthony Woods that extended the UCLA lead to 45-24. Iamaleava finished his performance 14-for-22 with 184 passing yards, one interception, 29 rushing yards, and a rushing touchdown. The Bruins secured the win following the sequence.
- •Nico Iamaleava exited late in the game after a third-down scramble.
- •The injury appeared to affect his right ankle.
- •Iamaleava returned to the field following a trip to the medical tent.
- •Anthony Woods scored a 53-yard touchdown shortly after the quarterback's return.
- •UCLA finished the game with a 45-24 win over California.
- 6:37 AMYahoo Sports — UCLA beats Cal in Bob Chesney’s debut but loses QB Nico Iamaleava to injury
- 6:14 AMYahoo Sports — Nico Iamaleava injury update: UCLA QB helped to medical tent in Cal game
"BERKELEY – It was a revival of “Pac-12 After Dark,” with all the required craziness. Plenty of offense. Huge momentum shifts one way, then the other. Just when it seemed...
"UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava left the Cal game with an apparent injury and had to be helped to the medical tent. Injury updates:
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 6:37 AMUCLA beats Cal in Bob Chesney’s debut but loses QB Nico Iamaleava to injury
BERKELEY – It was a revival of “Pac-12 After Dark,” with all the required craziness. Plenty of offense. Huge momentum shifts one way, then the other. Just when it seemed...
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 6:14 AMNico Iamaleava injury update: UCLA QB helped to medical tent in Cal game
UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava left the Cal game with an apparent injury and had to be helped to the medical tent. Injury updates:
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