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Bob Chesney Lands First Commits as UCLA Head Coach

The Bob Chesney era at UCLA had a rocky start in recruiting. During the Early National Signing period, the Bruins' four four-star commits decommitted from the program, causing their class to plummet in the national recruiting rankings.

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How Skyy Clark Became the Bruins’ Best Weapon

As of late Skyy Clark has became one of if not the best player for the Bruins'. On a roster loaded with talent, Skyy Clark has begun to truly make a name for himself.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Grading the Bruins’ Running Back Room After the 2025 Season

Definitely not the greatest season on the ground for the Bruins, however, some of these grades may surprise you. There wasn't a single Bruins running back who had over 500 yards this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Bruins on SI: End‑of‑Season UCLA Player Awards Revealed

Here at SI, we’re closing out the season with our annual end-of-year wrap-up, recognizing the Bruins who stood out through a long and unpredictable campaign.

Jerry Neuheisel News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Jerry Neuheisel’s Chances for an OC Job Explored

With the announcement of Bob Chesney as the next UCLA head coach, the question remains: where will Jerry Neuheisel go? A big part of UCLA's little success this season has been Jerry Neuheisel.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 5

Best UCLA Offensive Performances from the 2025 Season

There is no question that this Bruins season did not go as planned; however, there were still some notable performances this season that made this season unforgettable.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 4

Four-Star Defensive Lineman Decommits from UCLA

It's safe to say that after a successful few weeks leading up to it, the early national signing period for the 2026 class has not gone UCLA's way. On Wednesday,

Mick Cronin News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 4

UCLA's Mick Cronin’s Message After Beating Washington

UCLA was able to turn things around after losing a really bad game to Cal. Here is what Mick Cronin said after the win. The Bruins came out slow, falling behind 0-8 to start the game.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 4

Breaking Down the Bruins' Big Win vs Washington

The Bruins were able to pull a very close 82-80 win over Washington, here is how they did it. After a poor outing against Cal the game prior, the Bruins really got things going, for the most part.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 4

UCLA Players’ Grades Revealed After Win Over Washington

The Bruins were able to make a quick turn around against Washington, winning 82-80. With the return of Tyler Bilodeau, it was clear that he was the Bruin difference maker this season.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

UCLA Loses Four-Star Offensive Lineman to Illinois

Although UCLA's recruiting staff has done a great job of salvaging the program's 2026 class in the months following the firing of head coach DeShaun Foster, it's safe to say that the Early National Signing Period hasn't been kind to the Bruins.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

Top 2026 UCLA Commit Flips to Tennessee

In the days leading up to Early National Signing Day, UCLA has received a wave of both good news and bad news on the 2026 recruiting trail. While the Bruins

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

Three Bruins Who Must Step Up Against Washington

The Bruins are easily coming off their worst loss this season against California, a loss that would effectively remove them from the new AP rankings. All around, the Bruins struggled against Cal, aside from a few standout performances.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

UCLA Flips Three-Star Defensive Lineman From Stanford

The early national signing period for the 2026 class is underway, and over the next 48 hours, prospects across the country will finalize their decisions.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

UCLA Four-Star Safety Commit Flips to Texas

The Early National Signing Period for the 2026 class is here, and recruits all across the country are set to make their commitments official in the next few days.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

Two UCLA Defensive Backs Hit the Transfer Portal

While the college football transfer portal window doesn’t open until Jan 2, players across the country are already beginning to enter their names into the portal as the 2025 regular season comes to an end.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 3

UCLA Commits Speak on Bob Chesney's Hiring

On Dec. 1, it was announced that Bob Chesney, who has been the head coach of James Madison for the last two seasons, would be taking over as the next head coach of UCLA.

Nico Iamaleava News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 2

How Nico Iamaleava’s Season Grades Out

In a season full of adversity, Nico Iamaleava proved he wasn’t the problem during the Bruins’ 3–9 campaign. Nico Iamaleava took a huge risk, leaving his college football playoff-caliber team in Tennessee.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 2

2 Players Bob Chesney Should Bring With Him to UCLA

After hiring Bob Chesney, this comes with plenty of hype, as well as plenty of roster implications. Most head coaches, after getting a new job, especially after moving up to a team of similar stature to UCLA's, tend to bring with them some of the players that made them so successful in the first place.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / December 2