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UCLA Football: Transfer WR From Notrer Dame Is Officially A Bruin

Originally posted on UCLA Bruins on SI | By Matt Levine | Last updated 1/17/24

The UCLA Bruins football team has seen players come and go so far this offseason. It's become a norm in college football with the new high usage of the transfer portal.

UCLA has brought in some talented players that should help them next season, as they transition over to the Big Ten Conference. They bring back star quarterback Ethan Garbers but have also landed him some new offensive weapons to use.

The Bruins officially announced wide receiver Rico Flores Jr. as a member of the team. He committed to the team about a month ago but now is officially with the program.

Flores Jr. comes over from Notre Dame, where he did well as a freshman. In 11 games for the Fighting Irish, Flores Jr. put up 27 catches for 392 yards and one touchdown.

He averaged 14.5 yards per catch and was a big play threat for Notre Dame. Flores Jr. will now help add to the UCLA offense that had trouble staying consistent at times.

Adding Flores Jr. to the mix will give them another dynamic threat for Garbers to use. Head coach Chip Kelly is one of the best in the country at mixing different schemes to get his play-makers involved, and it'll be exciting to see him work.

This article first appeared on UCLA Bruins on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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