UCLA Bruins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / EssentiallySports / November 14

UCLA QB Falls Helplessly on Ground, Forced to Rely on Nico Iamaleava’s Brother Madden

UCLA had already lost one QB this season. Now the Bruins were watching another leave the field in pain. Ty Dieffenbach went down late in the second quarter against Illinois after taking a hard hit while trying to escape pressure.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / November 13

UCLA reportedly closing in on Bob Chesney extension

Chesney's track record speaks for itself.

No. 4 UCLA seeks 10-0 start against surging Illinois

Explosive UCLA offense shows why Bruins need to be taken seriously in Big Ten, CFP picture

No. 8 UCLA outclasses Minnesota for 9-0 start

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Where To Watch UCLA Football vs. Illinois: TV, Radio, Announcers

I doubt many fans would have expected a Friday night game between Illinois and UCLA to have as big an impact as it could on both the Big Ten Championship race and the outlook for the College Football Playoff.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 13

UCLA Basketball Has One Star Not Getting Enough Attention

When we talk about players who are exceeding expectations within UCLA’s roster, fans and analysts will instantly think of 17-year old freshman Nikola Kusturica, and rightfully so.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 11

Bruin Nation Reacts to UCLA’s Obliteration of Arkansas-Pine Bluff

It was an ugly night for Arkansas-Pine Bluff. The Bruins absolutely dominated the Golden Lions 106-37, and fans all over the internet had to weigh in on UCLA’s electric performance Wednesday night.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 11

3 Instant Observations from UCLA’s Decimation of Arkansas-Pine Bluff

This game was over before it began. The Bruins caused 21 turnovers in the first half alone to take an astounding 51-9 lead heading into the break. This game was completely dominated by UCLA and got extremely ugly in a hurry.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 11

How Three Crucial Numbers Define UCLA’s Young Season

UCLA has quickly announced itself as one of the top teams in college basketball. Now ranked No. 9, the Bruins have pole position in the Big Ten right behind Michigan State (which just beat Duke) and Illinois.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 11

UCLA Fans Should Have a Fall to Remember in 2026

UCLA fans must be having the time of their lives this fall as both the football and basketball teams remain undefeated in their respective sports. Bruins fans have plenty of reason to be excited, as not just one but both programs are carrying the university's athletic success this year.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 11

4 Players to Watch for UCLA vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff

UCLA is off to a hot start behind wins over then-No. 5 Arizona and North Florida in their home opener. So far, UCLA has displayed both a highly competent offense and a premier defense under Mick Cronin.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 10

Why UCLA’s Massive Rankings Leap Is Perfect Spot for Bruins

After one week of play, the college basketball landscape has evolved greatly — as reflected in the updated AP Poll. UCLA leaped from No. 22 all the way to No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 10

UCLA vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff: Preview, Key Matchups

The 2-0 UCLA Bruins will look to defend home court once again as the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions head to Westwood in the third non-conference matchup of the season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 10

Why Bob Chesney Being Top Coaching Candidate Great News for UCLA

Bob Chesney has UCLA in a position they haven’t seen since 1998. The Bruins are 9-0 under Bob Chesney so far this season and are one of the only two remaining undefeated teams in FBS football.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 10

3 Focal Points for UCLA Basketball Against Arkansas-Pine Bluff

UCLA will take on Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Wednesday, coming off two wins to begin a highly anticipated season in which the Bruins are considered a true national title contender under Mick Cronin.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

Why UCLA's CFP Hopes Leave Little Room for Error Down Stretch

The Bruins are in an interesting position when it comes to the College Football Playoff race, and it seems like they have little room for error thanks to the ranking they were given by the committee.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / November 7

Explosive UCLA offense shows why Bruins need to be taken seriously in Big Ten, CFP picture

Keep doubting the UCLA Bruins. They don't seem to mind. On Saturday, UCLA improved to 9-0 for the first time since 1998 with a 34-20 win at Minnesota.

No. 8 UCLA outclasses Minnesota for 9-0 start

Nebraska makes a major firing after their latest loss

No. 3 Utah's Devon Dampier makes Heisman push in win over No. 9 BYU

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / November 7

North Florida at UCLA: Preview, Storylines

UCLA couldn’t have asked for a much more satisfying start to the season. The Bruins opened against Arizona, one of their most familiar rivals, and came away with a victory over a top-five opponent.

Does UCLA deserve a higher spot in the CFP rankings?

UCLA is 8-0 and No. 5 in both the AP poll and the Coaches Poll, but the College Football Playoff selection committee ranked the Bruins at No. 8 in its first rankings Tuesday night.

3 big questions raised by the first College Football Playoff rankings

Miami earns top spot in first CFP rankings; Notre Dame slots 11th

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 3

Big performance by Ivan Kharchenkov not enough for Arizona vs. UCLA

Ivan Kharchenkov scored 38 points, but Arizona couldn't overcome a 16-point second-half deficit against UCLA in the season opener on Monday night.

Which men's college basketball conference is the deepest entering November?

4 college basketball games to watch in November

The 'Big 12 basketball Player of the Year' quiz

Nico Iamaleava News / Yardbarker / October 29

UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava makes plans for 2027 known

The UCLA Bruins are going to get quarterback Nico Iamaleava back for the 2027 season. This is huge news.

USC reportedly has Alabama's Kalen DeBoer in mind for potential coaching change

Missouri gets timely boost as Ahmad Hardy prepares to make season debut

Dave Aranda reveals classy goodbye to Baylor Bears

The 'College football color teams' quiz

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / October 27

Bob Chesney's take on potentially getting poached should calm UCLA fans

Chesney has UCLA at 7-0 and ranked No. 7 in the country. He looks like the next Cignetti.

UCLA took a page out of Indiana's playbook, and it's working just the same

UCLA looks to remain perfect, going for 8-0 start vs. Nevada

3 yards and a cloud of dust: Big Ten's success in Week 8 was a throwback to the 1970s

No dominant team has emerged yet in college football through Week 9

The 'CFB championship head coaches' quiz

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / October 27

UCLA took a page out of Indiana's playbook, and it's working just the same

The hottest football ticket right now in Los Angeles is not the Los Angeles Rams, the Los Angeles Chargers or even the USC Trojans. It’s about 30 minutes northeast in Pasadena with the No. 7 UCLA Bruins.

UCLA looks to remain perfect, going for 8-0 start vs. Nevada

BYU, Texas Tech losses lead disastrous week in Big 12

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / October 16

UCLA's hot start reflected in Associated Press midseason All-America teams

The UCLA Bruins are 5-0 and ranked No. 12 in the nation. Bob Chesney's team appears to be for real.

Bob Chesney draws Curt Cignetti comparison amid UCLA's remarkable turnaround

How to stop worrying (and maybe even love) CFP's dreaded 24-team expansion

Furious about 24-team College Football Playoff? Fans should tell SEC, Big Ten to unring the bell

The 'Winningest football coaches in Big Ten history' quiz

Curt Cignetti News / Yardbarker / October 14

Bob Chesney draws Curt Cignetti comparison amid UCLA's remarkable turnaround

The UCLA Bruins are rolling on the gridiron, and they look like a program that could make College Football Playoff noise. When was the last time that could be said about UCLA football?

No. 12 UCLA has questions at QB entering meeting with Wisconsin

Indiana's Curt Cignetti's take on Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith: 'He's a freak'

No. 5 Indiana puts winning streaks on line as No. 4 Ohio State embraces 'great challenge'

The 'CFB championship head coaches' quiz