Five-Star QB Nico Iamaleava commits to Tennessee Volunteers

Five-star quarterback Nico Iamaleava of Long Beach, California has officially committed to the Tennessee Volunteers, he tells On3.

The 6-foot-5, 195-pound signal-caller recently announced his top 5 but ultimately ended up going with the Vols over Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, and Miami.

Iamaleava is ranked as the No. 5 player in the 2023 class according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting services. Iamaleava also ranks as the No.3 quarterback in the nation, and the second-best player in California.

When I asked Nico Iamaleava why Tennessee was one of his top 5 schools he said this:

“I love the city of Knoxville and all of the people,” Iamaleava said. “The fans are crazy and I love it. The coaching staff has been on me since day one too and we’ve always had a strong relationship.”

Iamaleava will be back in Knoxville on April 8th.

Nico Iamaleava Scouting Summary

High-upside signal caller who may have the best physical tools among quarterbacks in the 2023 cycle. Has one of the stronger arms in the cycle, generating considerable velocity on his throws in camp settings. Tall with a slender build with room to fill out. Boasts a quick, clean throwing motion despite his longer arms. A bouncy, fluid mover who doubles as a top volleyball player. Still developing in terms of some technical aspects of the game. Plays in a high school offense that is heavily skewed towards quick passes and screens. Can continue to improve his accuracy on downfield passes. Has done a very good job taking care of the football with just two interceptions in his first two varsity seasons.