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UCLA Faces a Tough Decision at Quarterback
- Chesney must decide between a stable 2026 season with Barnett and a higher long-term ceiling with Iamaleava.
- Nico Iamaleava, UCLA's transfer from Tennessee, is the likely 2026 starter but faces competition.
- Iamaleava posted 1,928 passing yards and 13 touchdowns this season with 505 rushing yards.
- Alonza Barnett III could draw UCLA interest with 2,533 passing yards and 21 TDs in 2025.
- Barnett offers a safer, immediate option if Chesney prioritizes 2026 stability.
- Chesney's decision will shape UCLA's trajectory as Dean Kennedy becomes OC.
- The transfer portal and NIL eras add volatility to the quarterback decision.
- Iamaleava's 2025 season included a high rushing output despite passing struggles.
- The article stresses patient evaluation of Chesney's OC hire and offensive system.
- The piece invites reader engagement via social and newsletter prompts.
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