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Why UCLA's Bye Week Might Be More Important Than Expected

The Bruins are coming off a bye week as they prepare for Oregon in Week 6. For a team that has ridden the waves of momentum so many times this season, the Bruins picked up steam again following their 54-3 win at Maryland.

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What UCLA's Shrinking 2027 Recruiting Board Could Signal

The UCLA Bruins have not been overly active to this point on the 2027 recruiting trail. There seems to be a lack of targets seriously considering the Bruins, and more and more recruits are selecting other programs despite visiting UCLA.

Nico Iamaleava News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 5

Why UCLA's Iamaleava Must Step Up Against Oregon

We’ve seen how great this running game has been for the Bruins so far this season, and Oregon knows it too. The Ducks are by far the best defense UCLA has played, especially against the run.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 5

How Competition Heating Up for UCLA 5-Star Target

UCLA basketball recruiting news has been pretty quiet, unfortunately. The Bruins have yet to pick up any real steam from highly touted recruits, and one of their most promising fits is picking up some steam elsewhere.

Lena Bilic News / ESPN / October 4

UCLA's Bilic to miss upcoming season with ACL tear

Lena Bilic will miss the upcoming season for defending national champion UCLA because of an ACL tear.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 4

This UCLA Player Could Be Secret Weapon Against Oregon

The Bruins head into their Week 6 matchup against Oregon with a ton of momentum. After starting 4-0, UCLA has gained a lot of attention , and their toughest test will come with a ton of eyes on the program.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 3

Overreaction or Reality: UCLA Is a Legitimate Big Ten Contender

It’s tough not to look ahead at the rest of the schedule or get caught up in UCLA's 4-0 start in year one under Bob Chesney. In August, if you told me we’d be looking at whether UCLA can truly be a contender in the Big Ten, I would have been shocked.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 3

3 Unexpected UCLA Players Making Big Difference This Season

This season has been full of surprises. As UCLA takes the week off, here are a couple of the biggest surprises this season for the Bruins. Ta’Shawn James probably didn't plan to see the field as much as he has, and he probably didn't expect to make the difference he has over four games.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 2

One Major Advantage This UCLA Basketball Roster Has

The Bruins have a very talented roster as Mick Cronin heads into his eighth year leading UCLA basketball, and it shows promise in many ways. The Bruins will return their core nucleus: Trent Perry, Eric Dailey Jr., and Xavier Booker, all of whom should start this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 2

How UCLA's Chesney Sees Something Different Despite 4-0 Record

UCLA is ranked for the first time since 2023 as it heads into its most crucial matchup of the season. With a 4-0 start, Bob Chesney has fueled excitement around the UCLA program, finally bringing the Bruins back to where they have wanted to return for so long.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 2

3 Biggest Questions Surrounding UCLA Basketball Ahead of Season

UCLA has a ton of talent on its roster in what, quite honestly, could be the best lineup we have seen in years under Mick Cronin. As the Bruins head into

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 2

Why UCLA Isn’t Relying on Just One Running Back

UCLA is one of the best teams in the country on the ground, if not the best, through four weeks of the season. Wayne Knight has been electric for the Bruins, and the best part is that he isn’t working alone.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 1

Tier Ranking Every Opponent on UCLA's Basketball Schedule

Looking at the Bruins' basketball schedule for the 2026-27 season, my immediate takeaway is how many quality teams UCLA will face. Of course, they’ll also start the season with some layups, but the Big Ten schedule they face is truly no joke.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 1

3 Things UCLA Football Must Improve Before Facing Oregon

The Bruins have their toughest test of the season coming up, and the first ranked matchup that UCLA has been a part of in years. The Bruins entered the latest AP Poll at No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 1

Revisiting UCLA Football's Preseason Expectations After Four Games

Before the season began, most fans seemed to agree that a 6-6 final record and a bowl game would be enough to consider Year 1 under Bob Chesney a success.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 1

How UCLA Football’s Transfer Gamble Is Already Paying Off

The top offseason headline around the UCLA program was the large number of transfers Bob Chesney brought with him when he accepted the job as the Bruins' head coach.

Nico Iamaleava News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 30

How Nico Iamaleava Has Fared in QB Matchups This Season

Nico Iamaleava is 4-0 this season with UCLA, but how exactly has he fared in terms of the quarterback battles he’s faced this season? What started off to be a slow season for Iamaleava has turned into back-to-back solid outings for the senior quarterback, and it seems like he may continue to get better with each passing week.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 30

UCLA Basketball Faces a Massive Big Ten Test

It’s an intriguing year for the Bruins under Mick Cronin. UCLA has a talented lineup that could be one of the more underrated rosters in the country, and could certainly make some noise in the Big Ten and in March.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 30

Ranking 3 Most Important Newcomers for UCLA Basketball

The Bruins roster will look quite different than last season, as Mick Cronin and Co. have brought in many transfers ready to make an impact for UCLA. Between both the transfers and the freshmen at UCLA, here are the three newcomers I believe could make the biggest impact for the Bruins.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 29

How One Belief Has Transformed UCLA Football Program

The Bruins won just three games last season. In four weeks, UCLA has already eclipsed that total with a perfect 4-0 record heading into the bye week. When you compare the two teams, it seems like a complete rebirth of this football team, and head coach Bob Chesney has been the biggest factor in UCLA’s success so far this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 29

3 Reasons for Optimism Heading Into UCLA's Bye Week

This UCLA defensive unit is coming off their best game of the season so far, but the real test will come as they head to Oregon following the bye week.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 29

How UCLA Football Found Missing Piece Against Maryland

The Bruins have struggled this season to play in sync on both sides of the ball. We’ve seen elite defensive displays, like the San Diego State game, mixed with elite offensive shootouts, as Purdue did.

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / September 24

UCLA Outguns Purdue 52-38, Moves To 3-0 Behind Explosive Offensive Night

UCLA’s offense has leaned on the run through the first few weeks of the season, and against Purdue, that finally started opening up everything else. The Bruins finished with 645 total yards, averaged 7.9 yards per rushing attempt and converted 11 of 14 third downs in a 52-38 win over Purdue on Saturday night at the Rose Bowl.