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The over-the-top negative overreactions to Nico Iamaleava's week 1 performance need to stop

The disrespect and over-the-top reactions to Nico Iamaleava's week one performance needs to stop and here is why.

UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Similar to the overreaction to Arch Manning's Week 1 performance, time will tell if Iamaleava will be a top-tier quarterback, and that one game doesn't define him as a player.

FIrst let's take a look at the social media posts and overreactions to Iamleava's week one performance over Utah.

— Old Row Sports (@OldRowSports) August 30, 2025

Iamleava went up against arguably a top 15 defense in week one in comparison to Aguilar who played against a defense that gave up 41 points against Pitt last season.