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What UCLA's Perry's Role Will Look Like in 2026-27

With UCLA adding new players through the transfer portal almost every day, it is important to evaluate how these additions could impact the returning players on the roster.

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UCLA's Iamaleava Explains Key Fix He Made This Offseason

An area of concern that the UCLA Bruins have looked to improve upon since last season is the offensive line, and quarterback Nico Iamaleava is noticing

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 13

The One Trait That Makes Each UCLA Prospect Draftable

With the NFL draft right around the corner, it’s time to evaluate a few UCLA prospects who have a real chance of hearing their names called. This is not the most talented draft class UCLA has produced in recent years, but there are still a few players who could find their way onto an NFL roster.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 12

How UCLA Will Attack the Portal Moving Forward

Following a very successful April 9, it is clear UCLA may need to shift directions with its transfer portal strategy. In today’s episode, we break down UCLA’s moves so far and what the Bruins should look to do next.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 12

Taking a Deep Dive into UCLA Football's Ceiling, Floor, and Reality

UCLA Bruins football is reloaded and ready to begin the next season, but it is important to evaluate exactly where the Bruins could finish. With Bob Chesney and his staff now firmly in Westwood, it is clear UCLA has its sights set on climbing the college football landscape .

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 12

UCLA Feels Early Impact of JMU Carryovers

When a team gets a new coach, players and coaches from their previous stop will often come along with them as they look to make an impact in a new spot -- whether it's an opportunity to move up a level in the ranks or simply because of their relationship with the coach.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 12

UCLA Offers Elite 2028 5-Star Quarterback

It is clear that UCLA is not messing around when it comes to recruiting elite talent. Most recently, UCLA offered five-star quarterback Donald Tabron II, an elite quarterback out of Michigan who has the potential to change the landscape of UCLA football for years to come.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 12

Bruins Fans Already Eyeing a Bright Future

The Bruins were able to live up to their potential, and after a few scares on the way, win a national title in the March Madness tournament against the South Carolina Gamecocks in a game of total domination, befitting of the seniors' final games with UCLA.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 12

UCLA Successfully Lands 2027 4-Star Tight End

If one thing is certain, it is that UCLA has hit the West Coast hard since Bob Chesney was named head coach. That strategy has already paid off. UCLA landed four-star tight end Zac Fares as part of its 2027 recruiting class.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 11

What UCLA’s Interest in Jalen Cox Really Means

Now that UCLA has pretty much filled up its forward room, it is time to start looking at guards who can help the Bruins in the foreseeable future. One guard on everyone’s radar, including the Bruins', is Jalen Cox, who played for Colgate last season and averaged 17.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 5.3 assists while shooting 52.1% from the field.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 10

UCLA’s Hitschler Gives Credit to Oklahoma Transfer Linebacker

One of the early highlights of spring practice for UCLA, drawing the most coveted defensive transfers, has been making waves, garnering special attention from the coaching staff.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 10

Why UCLA Must Bring In an Elite Guard Soon

Following a very successful April 9 and continued movement in the transfer portal, UCLA still has a lot of work to do before it reaches where it needs to be.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 10

Top Available Transfers UCLA Could Still Land

UCLA has already hit the portal hard, landing two very strong forwards in Sergej Macura and Filip Jovic. However, there is still plenty UCLA needs to do this offseason.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 10

How UCLA’s Offseason Strategy Was Revealed Through Transfer Portal

Following a very successful April 9, UCLA has given a glimpse of what its offseason strategy could look like. With how many departures UCLA had this offseason, it could have been assumed the Bruins would focus on directly filling those voids.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 10

What NFL Scouts Are Saying About UCLA's Top Prospects

With the draft right around the corner, it is time to evaluate some of the top Bruins who could hear their names called in a few weeks. This is not the most talented UCLA draft class we have seen in recent years.

Mick Cronin News / Last Word On Sports / April 9

Mick Cronin Secures Commitment from A Pair OF SEC Transfers As UCLA To Looks Climb Big 10 Ladder

Despite the NCAA being in its “dead period”, UCLA head coach Mick Cronin has reportedly secured the commitments of two transfers. In two years in the Big Ten, the UCLA Bruins have yet to enjoy the success that the program had in the Pac-12.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / April 9

The Big Ten’s surprise team of 2026 has already been decided

There’s currently a team in the Big Ten that has the ability to shock many people with how they perform in 2026.

Ty Simpson setting himself up for awkward Will Levis-type situation

Fernando Mendoza is unfazed by a concern about his NFL future

Can Indiana football remain a powerhouse without Fernando Mendoza?

Big Ten to earn massive payday for monster March Madness

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 9

Big Ten to earn massive payday for monster March Madness

The rich are getting a whole lot richer. On Thursday, Associated Press reporter Eric Olson detailed the eye-popping financial windfall the Big Ten received from a massive March Madness.

Dusty May, Michigan score major transfer portal win

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