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UCLA’s Running Backs Have Embraced One Important Philosophy

Wayne Knight has been spectacular this season for UCLA. However, one of the biggest factors in Knight’s success this season has been what Bob Chesney built around him.

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UCLA HC Bob Chesney breathes a sigh of relief on Wayne Knight injury scare

UCLA football overcame one big injury scare involving backup quarterback Ty Dieffenbach against Michigan State. Now coach Bob Chesney can breathe out more relief.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 22

3 Storylines I'm Watching Most in UCLA's Week 8 Matchup

The Bruins head into a Week 8 matchup that most expect them to win. However, UCLA will need to play a complete game to eliminate all doubt about this team and keep building momentum as the season goes on.

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College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

'3-Headed Monster' UCLA RB Room Poses Huge Challenge for MSU Defense

EAST LANSING -- The ground game will likely be the main X-factor for Michigan State at No. 9 UCLA this Saturday. MSU (2-5 overall, 0-4 Big Ten) has a mammoth challenge this weekend against the Bruins (6-0 overall, 4-0 Big Ten).

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25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 19

How UCLA Identity Looked Different in Win Over Wisconsin

UCLA kept its winning record alive at home following an impressive physical win over Wisconsin on Saturday night. This team looked very different from what we’ve seen in weeks prior, as their run game was completely shut down and the passing game was what kept this offense alive.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 17

No. 12 UCLA remains undefeated as Bruins bottle up Wisconsin

Anthony Woods and Wayne Knight carried for goal-line touchdowns and No. 12 UCLA bottled up Wisconsin to remain unbeaten with Saturday's 17-7 victory in Pasadena, Calif.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 13

UCLA coach Bob Chesney dropped a lot of F-bombs in fiery pregame speech before upsetting Oregon – ‘Burn the f***ing boats!’

UCLA football had its biggest win of the season on Saturday, as the Bruins upset Oregon 17-15. After the contest, UCLA head coach Bob Chesney was fired up about the victory.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 13

Oregon vs. Nebraska Betting Odds Paint an Intriguing Picture

After the decision was made by coach Dan Lanning of the now-unranked Oregon Ducks (3-2, 1-1 Big Ten) to bench junior quarterback Dylan Raiola for senior walk-on Brock Thomas at the start of the fourth quarter on Oct.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 13

How Wayne Knight Can Completely Change UCLA Football's Offense

Through six weeks of college football, Wayne Knight has been atop the leaderboards in just about every major rushing category. If you still somehow don’t know who Wayne Knight is, you’re surely about to learn.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 13

The Biggest Decision UCLA Football Must Make Moving Forward

There seems to be a ton of uncertainty surrounding this UCLA team moving forward, and rightfully so. With Nico Iamaleava unlikely to return to action this season, Bob Chesney and this team will be put to the ultimate test, as they will have to pivot in order to keep their perfect season alive.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 10

No. 21 UCLA snuffs late 2-point try for rare win at No. 13 Oregon

Wayne Knight rushed for a touchdown and caught another while the defense for No. 21 UCLA stuffed a late two-point conversion attempt to give the Bruins a 17-15 Big Ten win over No.

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College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 10

Biggest Winners and Losers From UCLA Week 6 Win Against Oregon

I don't think I have ever witnessed a game quite like what I saw take place in Autzen Stadium today. In a sloppy game between the two ranked teams, UCLA was able to pull off a win in a game that gives fans a ton of questions moving forward.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 10

Oregon Ducks vs. UCLA Bruins: Final Preview and Prediction

No. 21 UCLA will put its unblemished record on the line when the Bruins (4-0, 2-0 Big Ten) travel to Autzen Stadium on Saturday to face No. 13 Oregon (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten).

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 9

3 Matchups That Will Decide UCLA’s Week 6 Game Against Oregon

There has not been, and likely will not be, a game as big for UCLA as the one they have in front of them. UCLA has found itself in a surprising situation, to say the least, as they prepare to head to Eugene to take on the Ducks in a ranked matchup in Week 6.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 7

What Oregon's Betting Odds vs. UCLA Mean for the Ducks

The No. 13 Oregon Ducks (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten) and coach Dan Lanning have had some time to collect their thoughts during their bye week. Even redshirt junior quarterback Dante Moore could rest some more after suffering a concussion in the victory at the USC Trojans on Sept.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 6

Oregon's A'Mauri Washington Doesn't Hold Back on UCLA's Wayne Knight

The No. 13 Oregon Ducks (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten) will have their defensive front tested when No. 21 UCLA (4-0, 2-0 Big Ten) marches one of the nation’s top rushing attacks into Autzen Stadium.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 6

College football predictions: Best trades of Week 6

It gets real this weekend in the Big Ten, the Big 12 and the SEC. Let’s look at some matchups and make predictions based on the odds provided by Polymarket.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 2

Why UCLA Isn’t Relying on Just One Running Back

UCLA is one of the best teams in the country on the ground, if not the best, through four weeks of the season. Wayne Knight has been electric for the Bruins, and the best part is that he isn’t working alone.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / October 1

How UCLA Football’s Transfer Gamble Is Already Paying Off

The top offseason headline around the UCLA program was the large number of transfers Bob Chesney brought with him when he accepted the job as the Bruins' head coach.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 29

Betting Odds Preview Oregon's Big Ten Clash With UCLA

After their successful trip to Los Angeles, California, taking down the now No. 18 USC Trojans at LA Memorial Coliseum this past Saturday, Sept. 26, the No.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 26

Bruin Nation Reacts to UCLA’s Blowout Win Over Maryland

UCLA's first season under Bob Chesney is off to a blazing hot start. The Bruins marched into College Park and took care of business, winning 54-3 in their most balanced performance of the season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / September 26

Bruin Nation Reacts to UCLA’s Blowout Win Over Maryland in Week 4

UCLA's first season under Bob Chesney is off to a blazing hot start. The Bruins marched into College Park and took care of business, winning 54-3 in their most balanced performance of the season.

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 24

Maryland tasked with slowing down Wayne Knight, UCLA

Maryland coach Mike Locksley is feeling the heat entering his team's Big Ten opener against UCLA on Saturday afternoon in College Park, Md. The pressure ramped up last weekend when Locksley's squad fell at home to Virginia Tech and its first-year coach, James Franklin.

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 12

Wayne Knight runs for 3 scores to carry UCLA past San Diego State

Wayne Knight rushed for three touchdowns to capitalize on a lock-down effort from the UCLA defense, as the Bruins held off visiting San Diego State, 28-10, on Saturday in Pasadena, Calif.

Troy vs. James Madison Sun Belt Championship Prediction and Game Preview

College football’s championship week kicks off on Friday night with James Madison hosting Troy in the Sun Belt title game for the 2025 season. The Trojans hope to play spoiler as a 20-plus point underdog, while the Dukes could be playing for something more than the conference title.