With a new system and completely new weapons, Nico Iamaleava could be set to have a massive 2026 season. At first glance, this argument might fall a little flat when looking at what Iamaleava accomplished last season with the Bruins. Not only did he record career lows across multiple passing categories, but at times, he genuinely struggled to find a consistent footing. But UCLA’s situation last season was far from normal. Nov 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) carries the ball against the Southern California Trojans in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images When taking a look at what makes a true Heisman candidate, there are definitely a few factors to keep in mind. For one, the player usually needs to be the best player on one of the best teams in the country.…