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UCLA's Iamaleava Comp Has Big QB Implications

The Bruins are looking to rebound after a rough year, which saw them finish 3-8 and leave many disappointed fans who expected better from their transfer quarterback, Nico Iamaleava.

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How Jaylen Petty Will Fit With UCLA Next Season

The UCLA Bruins have struck out on several high-impact transfers so far this offseason, but one they did land is making some noise as a potential key piece for next season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 4

UCLA Lands Commitment From Legacy Running Back

UCLA's hot streak on the football recruiting trail continued on Sunday, just a day after the program held its annual spring game at the Rose Bowl to close out the latest phase of the offseason.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 3

UCLA Cracks the Top 5 in National Recruiting Rankings

The Bruins have had an absolutely phenomenal offseason, and it’s starting to show on paper. Right now, UCLA is ranked No. 4 in the country in recruiting.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 3

UCLA Lands Its Most Talented Recruit

UCLA’s 2027 recruiting class might go down as one of the best in program history, and that is proven by its latest addition. Enter Juju Johnson, a 4-star cornerback who is ranked 71st nationally and 8th at his position.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 3

UCLA Secures Commitment From 4-Star Running Back

UCLA landed an absolute game-changer in what has already been a historic recruiting class. On May 2, UCLA landed Jayshon Gibson, a four-star running back from North Richland Hills, Texas.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 3

Why UCLA Is College Football's Sleeping Giant

It’s been no mystery that UCLA has had a very strong offseason. Right now, UCLA is ranked No. 4 in the country in overall recruiting talent and just brought in 40-plus players through the transfer portal.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 3

3 Under-the-Radar Bruins Who Will Shine Next Season

There are two types of teams in college basketball — good teams and great teams. What separates them is the players who are not under the spotlight. The Bruins were able to bring in six players this offseason and still have two more roster spots remaining.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 3

Madden Iamealeava Impresses in UCLA's Spring Game

The Bruins just played their spring game, with the Blue team winning 24-17 over the White team in a highly energetic match that reflected how head coach Bob Chesney wants to run the team going forward.

Trent Perry News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 2

Why Next Season's Success for UCLA Falls on Trent Perry

The Bruins have hit this offseason hard, but there is still a glaring issue that has not been addressed. The Bruins have been able to bring in a lot of players to fix last season’s issues — rebounding, defense, consistency, you name it.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 2

UCLA Lands 2027 4-Star Offensive Lineman

If one thing is clear, it’s that Bob Chesney is operating UCLA like an elite program. The Bruins were able to land Jackson Roper, a 6-foot-5, 305-pound interior offensive lineman from Colorado.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 2

4 UCLA Players Who Could Use Potential NCAA Rule Change

Rule changes seem to be coming to college sports this summer, with proposed amendments to the NCAA Basketball Tournament and the organization's student-athlete eligibility rules.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 2

UCLA Strikes Gold With 4-Star 2027 Defensive Back

UCLA’s recruiting class is not slowing down anytime soon, as proven by a very successful May 1st. Jerry Outhouse Jr. is one of the most talented players in the 2027 recruiting cycle.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 2

UCLA's 2027 Recruiting Class Already Miles Better Than 2026

UCLA’s recruiting trail is already heating up fast, and so far, they’ve completely outpaced last offseason. Right now, UCLA sits around No. 10 in the nation in recruiting.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 1

UCLA’s Rowe Building New Chemistry With Quarterbacks

A UCLA transfer wide receiver has been catching the attention of his peers with the spring game looming closer. Specifically, Brian Rowe Jr. — a sophomore transfer from South Carolina — has been highly impactful throughout the spring.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 1

How UCLA Should Utilize Last Two Roster Spots

UCLA has brought in six new players this offseason, leaving only two roster spots to fill. In today’s episode, we’re going over which position groups UCLA needs to prioritize to round out this roster.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 1

3 More Transfers UCLA Should Look Into Soon

Even though UCLA has already brought in four new transfers, it’s clear their roster still isn’t complete. UCLA has built a decent portal class overall, but there are still real questions about this team’s offensive ceiling and lack of star power .

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 1

Social Media Reacts to UCLA Dynamite Transfer Addition

The Bruins are on track to have one of the greatest seasons, off-season combinations in recent memory, as they won the National Championship, lost six major players, and managed to fill almost every spot with a highly talented transfer.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 1

Why Macura Will Be Perfect Fit for UCLA Next Season

UCLA was able to bring in four new transfers this offseason, but one really sticks out. That player is Sergej Macura, a 6-foot-9 transfer from Mississippi State.

Bob Chesney and UCLA get huge recruiting win by landing 5-star George Toia

The UCLA Bruins have picked up easily the biggest commitment, so far, of the Bob Chesney era.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 30

UCLA on Brink of Landing Huge Portal Addition

The Bruins have had one of the best offseasons in the country thus far, especially when the transfer portal was open, and they could convince players to find a better place to play in Westwood.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 30

One UCLA Transfer Who Will Help Ease NFL Draft Losses — and One Who Won't

Even though UCLA did not hear any of its players’ names called on draft night, there were still plenty of departures the Bruins had to account for. UCLA lost some key contributors, including Jalen Berger, Garrett DiGiorgio , and Gary Smith.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 30

Ugly Theme Reoccurring for UCLA This Offseason

As has been the theme for the UCLA Bruins all offseason, they missed out on yet another transfer portal target, this time in the form of Baylor transfer Tounde Yessoufou.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 30

Possible NCAA Eligibility Change Could Benefit 2 UCLA Players

One of the major debates and potential rule changes on the docket in college sports this summer revolves around increasing player eligibility. As it currently stands, student-athletes have four seasons at their disposal, with certain provisions for injuries, redshirt seasons, and effects of COVID-19, to name a few.

Jordan Chiles News / TheSheGotGame / April 22

Jordan Chiles Shares Emotional Goodbye to UCLA Gymnastics

The end of an era is upon the UCLA Bruins Gymnastics, as Jordan Chiles finished one of the most successful four-year runs in program history. On April 21, Chiles finally took to Instagram to bid adieu to the UCLA Gymnastics team, sharing a message with fans and teammates on Instagram.