UCLA Bruins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Donovan Dent's Departure Hurts, But It Will Be Manageable

The Bruins are losing one of their biggest pieces that they had from the 2025-2026 season in Donovan Dent, who led the team in some of their biggest moments across the season.

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UCLA’s Taylor Speaks on Potential Increased Workload for 2026

One of UCLA’s reserve linebackers is making the jump up the depth chart this spring, and he’ll be in a more advanced role than he’s seen in the past. In particular, linebacker Scott Taylor is expected to take on more responsibility in the 2026 season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 25

Coaching Clinic Helps UCLA's Chesney Continue Relationship-Building

One of the most important aspects of taking over and running a college football program is relationship-building. As a head coach, you are constantly under a microscope, answering to key university stakeholders, fans, and others around the school and the team.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 25

Why UCLA Will Be Fine Without Traditional Big

The biggest hole in UCLA's roster right now is the lack of a center, but it might actually not be that bad when you look at it. UCLA has hit the transfer portal hard this offseason; however, they have not filled all of the serious holes left from last year.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 25

Why UCLA's Current Transfer Class Not Creating Hype

UCLA has added four new players via the transfer portal, but the Bruins still haven't generated much hype heading into next season. Because of this, UCLA has been left out of many top-25 projections.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 25

How Potential NCAA Rule Change Could Affect UCLA's Roster

In recent weeks, the new “five-in-five” rule could potentially pass, allowing seniors to return for another year of college basketball. Just recently, the NCAA has been actively considering this eligibility rule, which would allow players to play for five years within a five-year window.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 24

UCLA Has Work To Do With Early Bracket Projections

Even though it has only been about a month since UCLA exited the tournament against the UConn Huskies, early projections for next season are already starting to take shape.

Tyler Bilodeau News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 24

What Tyler Bilodeau's Draft Spot Could Mean for UCLA

The Bruins had, by all means, a good year, finishing with a winning record and ending the season with a second-round exit in the March Madness tournament; however, the standards set for the team called for much better.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 24

Scott Taylor Welcomes New Role in UCLA Defense

Many of the players on UCLA's football roster for the spring season are new and were convinced to join the Bruins by new head coach Bob Chesney and his staff, who impressed them with their record of success, infectious personalities, and vision for the program's future.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 24

Why UCLA Is Missing on Top Transfer Portal Talent

It’s been a less-than-flashy offseason for the UCLA Bruins up to this point, and a big part of that has been their struggles in the transfer portal. After

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 24

Bruins Who Could Go in First Round Next Year

Following the first night of the NFL Draft, it became clear that UCLA is not where it wants to be, with no players selected in the first round. If you have followed UCLA football recently, this should not come as a surprise.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 24

Why UCLA's Season Projections Might Look Rough

UCLA has had an okay offseason so far, but there are still holes that could seriously limit next season’s success. The Bruins have added six players this offseason — four transfers and two recruits — signaling a clear focus on building for the future.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

Why Missing on Tounde Yessoufou Not Option for UCLA

The Bruins have put together a fairly solid transfer class, but there is still room for improvement. When you look at UCLA’s roster, it is clear the team is still one player away from making real noise.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

Predicting UCLA's Bench For 2026-27 Season

The Bruins were looking to recover their losses in the transfer portal and make up one of the best teams in college basketball, and thus far, it seems that coach Cori Close has done a very good job.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

Bob Chesney Stays Focused Amid Early UCLA Praise

The start of the Bob Chesney Era at UCLA has been met with sudden optimism as he attempts to turn the Bruins' football program around. It's been a rough go for the team since it joined the Big Ten three years ago, and the UCLA faithful are eager to get back to winning.

UCLA Flips 4-Star Transfer From Notre Dame

Bob Chesney is beginning to establish a new era of college football in Westwood. UCLA continued its recruiting surge by landing Khalil Terry, a four-star safety ranked No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

UCLA Showing Interest in Promising St. John's Transfer

The UCLA Bruins haven’t had much success in the transfer portal so far, but they are trying their luck again, showing interest in St. John’s transfer Joson Sanon. Sanon is a 6-foot-5, 200-pound sophomore who has played at both St.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

The Good, Bad, Ugly of UCLA's Transfer Class

The Bruins have had an up-and-down transfer class, to say the least. UCLA has brought in four new players — Filip Jovic, Sergej Macura, Jaylen Petty, and Azavier Robinson.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

Breaking Down UCLA's Recent Losses & Additions

UCLA has had a very eventful week, losing out on key targets while also adding to its roster. In this edition, we break down what the Bruins have done in the transfer portal over the past few days and how it impacts their strategy moving forward.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 23

What UCLA’s Pitch to Tounde Yessoufou Might Look Like

In recent days, UCLA has been heavily linked to Tounde Yessoufou — but what does UCLA actually have to offer? The Bruins have already caught the attention of several high-level transfers this offseason.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 22

Every First-Round NFL Draft Pick in UCLA History

The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night with the first round. Each prospect dreams of being a top pick, but only 32 get that honor every season. UCLA might not have a potential first-rounder this year, but the Bruins have produced their fair share of them throughout program history.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 22

Deadly Mistake UCLA Cannot Afford To Make This Year

The Bruins had been on a tear going into the March Madness tournament, riding a hot streak that ended with a victory over the highly ranked Michigan State Spartans in the Big Ten tournament.

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.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 22

Key for UCLA To Keep Offense Afloat Next Season

Following the departures of Donovan Dent and Tyler Bilodeau, it is clear that UCLA’s current roster has a major question to answer. The Bruins lost over 30 points per game between those two players alone.