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Good, Bad, Ugly on State of UCLA Football Program

UCLA is in a prime position to have a decent 2026; however, there are a few things that stand in its way. UCLA's offseason has officially started now that Bob Chesney's Dukes are eliminated from the college football playoffs.

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3 Bruins Who Need to Step Up Against Wisconsin

UCLA really needs to see their starters start to perform, here are three Bruins who need to the most. After dropping a terrible game to No. 25 Iowa, the Bruins now set their sights on a decent Wisconsin team, which is entering this matchup as a three-point favorite.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 6

2 Need-to-Know Factors Before UCLA Meets Wisconsin

After the Iowa loss, the Bruins need a statement performance against Wisconsin. The Bruins have struggled to get anything substantial going this season, with the loss to Iowa really summing that up.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 6

UCLA Predicted to Land Several Transfer Portal Stars

UCLA and head coach Bob Chesney secured their first commitment of the 2026 college football transfer portal window on Sunday, and the Bruins are making

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 5

Loss to Iowa Generates Brutal UCLA Report Card

The Bruins would lose to No. 25 Iowa in a game that was really must win for the Bruins, here is how the starters performed. UCLA had a lot going for them entering this game, however they were just unable to get things done.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 5

How Both UCLA Teams Altered Seasons This Weekend

UCLA has two big basketball programs that participated in potentially season altering games this weekend, whether in the women's team or the men's team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 5

UCLA Gets Defensive Commitment From ACC Transfer

It hasn't taken long for UCLA to secure its first commitment from the college football transfer portal since it opened on January 2. They need defensive help, and they have got it via a former ACC edge.

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 4

3 Takeaways From Mick Cronin's Press Conference

The Bruins were unable to get things done against No. 25 Iowa, a game that could've been the turning point of the season. The Bruins now sit at 10-4, and 2-1 in conference play; this team is a far cry from the expectations set earlier in the season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 4

Big Ten Transfer Cornerback Locks In UCLA Weekend Visit

The college football transfer portal is buzzing with activity, and UCLA head coach Bob Chesney is working hard to get players in over the next few weeks.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 4

UCLA Basketball Makes Top Five For Elite 2026 Forward

The 2026 recruiting cycle has been relatively quiet for UCLA and head coach Mick Cronin. In early December, the Bruins landed Javonte Floyd, a three-star

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 4

Social Media Reacts To UCLA's Failed Comeback Bid

UCLA had one of their biggest games of the year to play against the #25 ranked Iowa Hawkeyes, and the Bruin faithful slowly but surely were turning their eyes to the game come tipoff, which went in the Bruins favor.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / January 3

No. 4 UCLA women continue to look like national title threats after convincing win over No. 17 USC

It is hard to find another team in women's college basketball that has looked more impressive all season than the fourth-ranked UCLA Bruins.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 3

UCLA to Host Elite TE in Transfer Portal Visit

The 2026 transfer portal is officially open, and chaos is underway as schools across the country actively contact, offer, and pursue some of the top available talent in the portal to improve their rosters heading into next season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 3

2 Significant Notes Ahead of UCLA-USC clash

The Bruins are set to face off against their cross-town rival No. 17 USC; here is everything you need to know before tipoff. The Bruins have been incredible this season, with their only loss coming to now No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 3

Why Iowa is a Must Win for UCLA

The Bruins desperately need a win against No. 25 Iowa, here is why. UCLA this season has played only two ranked teams, No. 1 Arizona and No. 5 Gonzaga, unfortunately for the Bruins they would lose both games in heartbreaking fashion.

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Beloved ex-UCLA coach Jerry Neuheisel lands an interesting new job

Jerry Neuheisel is reuniting with a well-known former colleague. The beloved former UCLA coach Neuheisel is joining Northwestern as their new quarterbacks coach, Adam Rittenberg of ESPN reported this week.

The UCLA Player Who Must Step Up Against #25 Iowa

UCLA is currently sitting at a 10-3 record and is looking to garner national attention with an upset win against the #25 ranked Iowa Hawkeyes on the road.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 2

UCLA Named Potential Landing Spot For Transfer Safety

The 2026 transfer portal window opens on January 2. While UCLA has already seen several players announce their intent to enter the portal, the Bruins are

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 2

3 Critical Questions About Bob Chesney Era

With the arrival of Bob Chesney the Bruins' are set to have a quick turnaround, however the Bruins still have a lot to address before that can come to fruition.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 2

Why UCLA Worried After Commit Changes Social Media Profile

It was a perfect end to 2025 for UCLA women's basketball, as they opened their Big Ten conference schedule with back-to-back wins. After beating No. 19 Ohio State, they dismantled Penn State on New Year's Eve, 97-61.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 2

UCLA Starter Announces Intent to Return

It’s officially that time of the year. No, not the College Football Playoff, but rather it’s time for the NCAA transfer portal window to open up. Luckily for the UCLA Bruins , they’ll be retaining at least one key offensive piece in 2026. Ahead of the transfer portal window officially opening on Jan.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / January 1