Nico Iamaleava’s Journey: NIL, Mistakes, and a New Beginning?

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Rece Davis and ESPN National Recruiting Director Tom Luginbill dive into the ongoing saga of Nico Iamaleava — from his NIL-first approach in high school to the unraveling of his relationship with Tennessee. They explore the big question: where does Nico go next — North Carolina? UCLA? Later, ESPN senior writer Heather Dinich joins to discuss who should be held accountable for creating a sustainable framework for player compensation. Wrapping up the episode, ESPN College Football Reporter Dave Wilson checks in from Texas to reflect on the legacy of RC Slocum at Texas A&M — a coach who, despite being fired, continues to stand by the Aggies.

0:00 - Former Cal RB Jaydn Ott transfers to Oklahoma

3:16 - Unraveling the Nico Iamaleava saga

5:14 - No surprise now, Nico prioritized NIL during high school recruitment

7:23 - Is Nico a fit for Belichick at North Carolina?

10:37 - UCLA to take a swing and get Nico?

17:28 - Is Nico grown enough to call the shots?

23:30 - Heather Dinich's sleeper picks - Florida & Illinois!

25:15 - The coach who shaped Texas A&M: RC Slocum

28:52 - RC Slocum was fired but still roots for the Aggies

34:11 - Why can't the Aggies win consistently?

38:21 - How far will Mike Elko take Texas A&M this year?

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