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UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava 'heartbroken' after season-ending injury

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UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava says he's heartbroken his season has ended due to injury. He was hurt in a win at Oregon on Oct. 11. Iamaleava was tackled by two defenders and twisted his left leg. He returned briefly but didn't play in the second half. He shared his feelings on Instagram on Thursday in his first public comments, saying he’s accepted the season is over but believes everything happens for a reason.

Coach Bob Chesney confirmed Iamaleava will miss the rest of the season and is expected to have surgery. Ty Dieffenbach will make his third start in Iamaleava's place as the undefeated Bruins host Nevada on Saturday.

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