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Three Key UCLA Players in Clash vs West Georgia

The UCLA Bruins (2-0, 0-0 Big Ten) haven't quite reached their full potential through two games this season. Monday's season opener against Eastern Washington left a bad taste in the mouths of UCLA players, fans and coaches.

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UCLA Extends Offer to Elite 2028 Cornerback

UCLA suffered its sixth loss of the 2025 season on Saturday, falling 28-21 to Nebraska. While the loss undoubtedly stings for the Bruins, it wasn't all

UCLA Bruins News / New Baseball Media / November 9

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: UCLA

After a forgetful 19-33 campaign in 2024, things were considerably different for the UCLA Bruins in 2025. UCLA, filled with young talent that saw their first action in 2024, rattled off 48 wins and then went 5-0 in the first two postseason rounds to head to the College World Series.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

UCLA Fans Irate at Reported Departure From Rose Bowl

UCLA Bruins football fans were hit with a bomb Sunday morning when news broke that the program is nearing a deal to leave the historic Rose Bowl Stadium to play home games in SoFi Stadium as early as the 2026 season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

UCLA Nearing Deal to Play Home Games Away From Rose Bowl

The long speculated idea of the UCLA Bruins leaving the Rose Bowl to play football games may have taken a huge step forward. BruinReportOnline's Tracy Pierson broke the news Sunday morning that a deal is "close to done" for UCLA to leave the Pasadena historic stadium to play its home games at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

Is Pat Fitzgerald the Right Rebuilder for UCLA Football?

Pat Fitzgerald has emerged as a name to watch in UCLA's coaching search after settling his wrongful termination lawsuit with Northwestern in August 2025.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

UCLA Hosts Top Uncommitted 2026 Offensive Lineman

Following the firing of former head coach DeShaun Foster, UCLA general manager Khary Darlington and the Bruins’ recruiting staff have done a fantastic

Eric Dailey News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

Eric Dailey Reflects on Strong Comeback for UCLA

The No. 12 UCLA Bruins (2-0, 0-0 Big Ten) have been missing something through two games of the season that has limited them from reaching their full potential.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 9

What Mick Cronin Said After UCLA's Flat Win Against Pepperdine

The No. 12 UCLA Bruins (2-0, 0-0 Big Ten) are still struggling to hit their stride early in the season after an unconvincing 74-63 win against the Pepperdine Waves.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 8

What to Expect Stat-Wise in UCLA vs. Nebraska

UCLA is back at home after the bye week, looking to knock off a tough 6-3 Nebraska team coming off a loss against USC. The Bruins only have one game to lose for the rest of the season if they have any hope of making a bowl game.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 8

UCLA Looking To Flip 2026 Defensive Lineman From Princeton

UCLA interim head coach Tim Skipper and general manager Khary Darlington have been working tirelessly to add talent to the Bruins' 2026 class ahead of Early National Signing Day.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 8

Breaking Down UCLA's Preparation to Host Nebraska

On today's episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, we break down the Bruins' preparation to host the Huskers on Saturday. It's that time of the week where UCLA Bruins (3-5, 3-2 Big Ten) interim head coach Tim Skipper gives an in-depth breakdown of UCLA's next opponent.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 8

Cori Close Details Sienna Betts’ Ongoing Recovery Process

The No. 3 UCLA Bruins (2-0, 0-0 Big Ten) are off to an expected dominant start to the season, stringing together two season-opening wins against San Diego State and UC Santa Barbara to open the year.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 8

Elephant in UCLA's Room Isn't What You'd Expect

Ever since Tim Skipper took over interim head coaching duties and brought the UCLA Bruins from a 0-4 start to 3-5 and 3-2 in Big Ten play, there's been a looming question hanging over the heads of everyone in the locker room.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 8

UCLA Drawing Confidence From Big Ten Positioning

If you would have told the UCLA Bruins during their 0-4 start that they'd have three conference wins with four games to go, they porbably wouldn't believe you.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

Breaking Down UCLA's Unique History vs Nebraska

The UCLA Bruins (3-5, 3-2 Big Ten) had two weeks to let their 56-6 loss to No. 2 Indiana marinate with a bye week ahead of their Week 11 clash with the shorthanded Nebraska Cornhuskers (6-3, 3-3 Big Ten).

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

Three Week 11 Games UCLA Fans Must Track

The UCLA Bruins (3-5, 3-2 Big Ten) are entering crunch time of the season, sitting just two losses away from losing bowl eligibility with a gauntlet of a schedule ahead.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

Keys to UCLA Basketball Righting the Ship

On today's episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, we talk about UCLA basketball's season opener against EWU and how they can turn it around ahead of Friday's matchup against Pepperdine.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

Top 2026 Prospect Visiting UCLA Ahead of Nebraska Weekend

UCLA's upcoming game against Nebraska is significant for multiple reasons. Not only would the program inch closer to bowl eligibility with a win, but the Bruins are also slated to host numerous prospects on campus this weekend.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

Cori Close Reflects on UCLA Non-Conference Scheduling Struggles

Cori Close isn't making excuses about UCLA's brutal non-conference schedule this season. She's making a point about respect and competition. In a recent interview shared by beat writer Benjamin Royer, the Bruins coach reflected on just how difficult it had been to find willing opponents after last year's Final Four run.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

Three UCLA Players to Watch vs. Pepperdine

The UCLA Bruins (1-0, 0-0 Big Ten) won their season opener against Eastern Washington, but the narrow 80-74 victory against a middling Big Sky team left a bad taste in their mouth.

UCLA Bruins News / Swish Appeal / November 7

No. 3 UCLA has started the season with two big wins, but don’t tell head coach Cori Close

LOS ANGELES — Sometimes a result can hide the truth. On paper, everything is great with the UCLA Bruins. They’ve started the season No. 3 in the country and both of their wins have been blowouts.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / November 7

UCLA Hoops Competing in Prestigious 2026 Season Invitational

The UCLA Bruins men's basketball schedule for the 2026 season is starting to take form as Mick Cronin and his squad are one of four teams invited to compete in the 2026 Rady Children's Invitational at the University of San Diego next season.

UCLA Bruins News / Yardbarker / November 4

UCLA's Cronin trying to get Bruins focused by calling them out

UCLA HC Mick Cronin trying to get Bruins focused by calling them out

It's not often you hear a college basketball head coach tear into their team after a win to open the season.

Donovan Dent, No. 12 UCLA fend off Eastern Washington

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DeShaun Foster News / Athlon Sports / November 2

UCLA Predicted to Hire College Football Coach Poised for a Fresh Start

The UCLA Bruins fired head coach DeShaun Foster on Sept. 14, two days after suffering their third straight loss to start the 2025 college football season.