UCLA football announced its long-awaited return to genuine relevance with a huge win in Eugene, Oregon this past Saturday, but devastating news is preventing the team and fan base from properly celebrating a 5-0 start. Quarterback Nico Iamaleava, who exited in the first half of the Bruins' 17-15 victory over the Ducks, has suffered a season-ending knee injury, per Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports.

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The former top-five recruit has obviously endured his share of struggles in the last few years — messy breakup with Tennessee and limited passing attack — but he is clearly a gifted player who needs some time to develop. He was contributing to this UCLA rebirth under Bob Chesney, showcasing a valuable level of mobility that will now be missed.