Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava has entered the transfer portal, potentially opening the door for him to join the Oregon Ducks as their starting quarterback for the 2025 season. Iamaleava had NIL contract disputes with Tennessee, leading to his decision to leave the program. Oregon’s current quarterback Dante Moore is expected to start in 2025, but the possibility of landing Iamaleava has raised questions about a potential change in plans.
Iamaleava, a five-star recruit from California, had a successful season with Tennessee in 2024, throwing for over 2,600 yards and leading the Volunteers to a 10-3 record and a College Football Playoff appearance. He is now considered the top quarterback in the transfer portal and has garnered interest from multiple teams.
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning has not commented on the situation, leaving uncertainty about Iamaleava’s future. While Moore has been with the Oregon program for over a year and is familiar with the coaching staff and players, Iamaleava’s potential addition could shake up the quarterback situation. Despite the limited time Iamaleava would have to adapt to Oregon’s system, the team might consider him if they believe he can outperform Moore in 2025.
With Iamaleava’s talent and potential ties to USC and UCLA, the Oregon Ducks face a decision on whether to pursue the dynamic quarterback as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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