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UCLA Makes Top 10 For Elite 2027 Defensive Lineman

With UCLA's disastrous 2025 season behind them, the program and new head coach Bob Chesney are looking ahead to the future as they try to restore the Bruins to being one of the premier teams in college football.

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Making the Case for Bob Chesney's Offensive Coordinator

After news broke that Bob Chesney will hire Dean Kennedy as UCLA’s next offensive coordinator, the focus now shifts to evaluating who will lead the Bruins on the defensive side of the ball.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 11

What the Return of Sienna Betts Means For UCLA

It was announced to the media on Dec. 7 that there is a chance that the highly anticipated freshman might be able to suit up in the Bruins' next matchup.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 11

Chesney Reveals New Details About the Bruins' Job

The buzz surrounding Bob Chesney is at an all-time high. Not only has he led JMU to the College Football Playoff, but he has also signed on as UCLA’s newest head coach, giving Bruins fans plenty of reason for excitement.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 11

Chesney Announces First Staff Hire as New Bruins HC

While not in writing as of yet, the Bruins are expected to sign Dean Kennedy, the current offensive coordinator for JMU. Matt Zenitz broke the news for the Bruins, offering some peace of mind to fans who were concerned about who would take control of what has been a disastrous offense for UCLA.

Ethan Garbers News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 11

Former UCLA QB Secures New Opportunity Overseas

From Westwood to Europe, a UCLA QB has found himself a new home. The quarterback in question is Ethan Garbers, who played at UCLA from 2021 to 2024. While the Bruins didn’t find much overall success during his tenure, Garbers was a steady presence and remained loyal to the program throughout his entire college career.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 11

UCLA Transfer Portal Tracker: Analyzing Every Player Coming In and Out This Winter

This article breaks down all the offseason transfer portal activity for the UCLA college football program, covering every addition and departure, position-by-position impact, and what it means for the team's future.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

UCLA’s Blueprint for Navigating an Extremely Challenging Stretch

The Bruins have played up to expectations so far this season; however, they will be put to the test in their next eight games. The Bruins will kick off this eight-game gauntlet with Cal Poly and Long Beach State; however, things will start to get dicey after, as they will face off against No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

Biggest Takeaways from Bob Chesney's Presser

Bob Chesney is officially the coach for the UCLA Bruins for the foreseeable future. Here is what he had to say at his opening press conference. After UCLA was able to win the championship in the NCAA Water Polo Tournament , it really raised the stakes for the vision of the football program moving forward.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

2027 Three-Star Safety De-Commits From UCLA

A new era of UCLA football has arrived with the hiring of James Madison head coach Bob Chesney. Under Chesney, the Bruins are aiming to overhaul the entire football program after a disastrous 2025 campaign.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

Why Gonzaga is a Must Win for UCLA

The Bruins are currently ranked No. 25 after back-to-back wins against conference opponents; their next matchup will gauge if the Bruins are for real. There's been no question that the Bruins have been alright to start the year.

Eric Dailey News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

Breaking Down Eric Dailey Jr's Impact for UCLA

One of the most hyped players this offseason for the Bruins has had an interesting start to the 2025-2026 season. Has Eric Dailey Jr. lived up to his offseason expectations?

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

Bob Chesney Details His UCLA Recruiting Strategy

It's been a chaotic year for UCLA. After entering the 2025 season with a lot of buzz, the Bruins got off to a disastrous 0-4 start, leading them to part ways with former head coach DeShaun Foster.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 10

What Bob Chesney's Playoff Appearance Means for UCLA

After hiring Bob Chesney, he continues to show why UCLA made the right choice. The Bruins’ 2025 campaign was a clear reminder to fans that UCLA is still far from making noise in an increasingly competitive college football landscape.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

UCLA Basketball's Spot in the Updated AP Rankings

After back-to-back wins UCLA is sitting pretty good in the newest AP rankings. After the loss to Cal on Nov. 25, UCLA would fall out of the AP top 25 rankings, sending a clear message that the Bruins are not the team everyone thought they were.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

Three Overreactions to UCLA’s Start to the Season

Here are three overreactions form UCLA's 7-2 start of the season. The Bruins have been solid to start the season, and outside of the loss to Cal, they’ve largely looked as advertised.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

Bob Chesney’s Opening Statement as UCLA Head Coach

Bob Chesney arrived in Westwood and delivered his opening statement — his first as the Bruins’ new head coach. While the hire is not yet officially finalized, as James Madison still has its College Football Playoff matchup against Oregon, his introduction marks the beginning of a new era for UCLA.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

UCLA Hoops Lands Three-Star 2026 Center

After avoiding high school recruiting entirely and relying solely on transfer portal additions in the 2025 recruiting cycle, many fans were eager to see

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 9

Cori Close Delivers Major Update on Sienna Betts

UCLA sits at 9–1 and already looks like a sure-fire Final Four team — and that’s without their most anticipated freshman even touching the floor yet. Sienna Betts has yet to touch the floor this season, sidelined by an injury that even had her in a boot at one point.

Jerry Neuheisel News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Rick Neuheisel Linked to Major College Football Job

Rick Neuheisel hasn't coached at the college football level since his stint as the head coach of the UCLA Bruins from 2008-11, but he has still been around the game.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

Key Takeaways from Cori Close’s Postgame Press Conference

UCLA was able to thwart Oregon 80-59, here is what Cori Close had to say following the big win. The Bruins played ok in this one; it was clear that they were still far from their best.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

NCAA Champions Again: UCLA Water Polo Adds to Trophy Case

In back-to-back year UCLA wins the NCAA Water Polo title game against USC. The Bruins were able to take down No. 1 USC in a very back-and-forth matchup, winning off a buzzer-beater from Jucá Carsalade, marking his second goal of the game.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

Comparing UCLA's 2026 Class to the Rest of the Big 10

The 2026 recruiting cycle was a wild ride for UCLA. After entering the 2025 season with one of the top classes in the nation, the Bruins struggled on the field, leading them to part ways with former head coach DeShaun Foster. After Foster's firing, UCLA saw several commits decommit from the program.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

UCLA vs. Oregon: Breaking Down the Bruins’ Win

UCLA was able to pull of another dominate win over Oregon, winning 80 to 59. There were plenty of notable performances in this one that helped UCLA secure the win.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 8

Grading UCLA's Starting Five vs Oregon

UCLA would beat Oregon 80-59, continuing to send a clear message that the Texas game was just a fluke. Getting to the final score wasn’t pretty by any standard.