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Coach DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins have been riding a recruiting hot streak in the last couple of weeks that shows no signs of slowing down. The Bruins have already been successful in acquiring four-star commits and even flipping pledges of three-stars.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 13

Where UCLA's Recruiting Class Ranks After Landing 3-Star IOL

Make that seven new commitments in the last five days for DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins after three-star offensive lineman Cooper Javorsky announced his commitment to Westwood on Thursday.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 11

UCLA Nabs 2026 Three-Star Safety Commitment

UCLA head coach DeShaun Foster is bolstering his program with a commitment from three-star safety Logan Hirou. Already armed with a stacked 2026 class, the Bruins aren’t done loading up for the future.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 10

UCLA Jumps Into Top-20 in 2026 Recruiting Team Rankings

Coach DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins this week are gaining a ton of momentum in the 2026 recruiting class, holding a number of official visits and landing a few massive commitments.

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / June 10

Towering 4-Star OT Commits to UCLA Bruins Over SEC and Big Ten Heavyweights

The UCLA Bruins have struck recruiting gold deep in SEC territory. On Monday night, 6-foot-7, 315-pound offensive tackle Johnnie “DJ” Jones — a top-150 recruit in the 2026 class — announced his commitment to UCLA, choosing the Bruins over powerhouses Florida State, Penn State, Ole Miss, and Vanderbilt.

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / June 9

'1000% Committed' To UCLA Bruins, LB Shockingly Picks UCLA Over Washington

Ramzak Fruean’s official visit with the UCLA Bruins made a lasting impression—and it ultimately sealed his decision. The Spanaway (Wash.) Bethel linebacker,

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / June 9

UCLA Bruins Now Engaged In A Heated 2 Team Battle For 4-Star Defender

Talanoa Ili, one of the nation’s top linebackers in the 2026 recruiting class, has trimmed his list down to two schools—and to the surprise of some, the UCLA Bruins are firmly in the fight.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 9

UCLA Flips 3-Star Commit from North Carolina

Coach DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins are building up tons of momentum this recruiting season, landing quality three-star defensive back Justin Lewis after flipping his commitment from North Carolina.

DeShaun Foster Reacts to Major UCLA Commitment

Celebration is certainly in store in Westwood, as DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins landed four-star offensive tackle Micha Smith. Smith is Foster's highest-rated commit in his tenure at UCLA, and the second-year head coach couldn't contain his excitement on X (formerly Twitter).

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / June 7

UCLA Bruins Land The Commitment Of Game-Changing Player

The UCLA Bruins and DeShaun Foster have been quietly putting together a really nice 2026 class. It doesn’t have the number of players that some of the other programs have, but they have been very strategic in who they have added.

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / June 6

UCLA Bruins Receive Massive Crystal Ball For 4-Star Offensive Lineman

DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins continue their pursuit of building out the best 2026 recruiting class possible. That goal is looking better and better with the latest expert prediction that they received.

UCLA's DeShaun Foster's Relationship-Building Approach Paying Off

After a disappointing 5–7 record last season, the UCLA Bruins are entering a new chapter under head coach DeShaun Foster and Director of Player Personnel, Stacey Ford, and early signs suggest it's headed in the right direction.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 2

CFB Analyst Breaks Down UCLA's 2025 Outlook

After a 5-7 record in their inaugural season in the Big Ten Conference, many are expecting UCLA football to once again hover around five wins. In coach

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 1

Foster, UCLA Coordinators to Appear in College Football 26

For the first time in the history of the franchise, real-life NCAA coaches and their likenesses will be portrayed in the new EA Sports College Football 26 video game, including UCLA Bruins head coach DeShaun Foster, offensive coordinator Tino Sunseri and defensive coordinator Ikaika Malloe.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 29

UCLA's DeShaun Foster on Landing Iamaleava Brothers

UCLA football made some noise this spring when it was able to lure Nico and Madden Iamaleava to Westwood. Nico, of course, was the center of the college football world in April when he held out of spring practice with Tennessee and transferred out.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 28

UCLA, Big Ten on Notice as SEC Threatens NCAA Succession

When DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins traveled down to LSU, little did they know it would be the last time the program would play in SEC country. While

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / May 27

UCLA Bruins Lose Important Front Office Piece To SEC School

The UCLA Bruins have quietly put together a nice offseason as they prepare for their second year in the Big Ten. They have done a nice job adding immediate pieces via the transfer portal, while beginning to build out their 2026 recruiting class.

NFL News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 27

Report: UCLA's Foster Ranked One of Top Coaches Who Played

Long before becoming UCLA's head football coach, DeShaun Foster tore up the gridiron as a Bruin running back. Renowned as one of the greatest running backs in program history, Foster had established himself as a Bruin legend before re-joining UCLA as an assistant coach after his professional career.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 24

Unlike Others, UCLA Isn't Backing Down From the Best

There will be no free lunches for DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins this season, as for the second straight year, under Foster, the Bruins will not play a single FCS team.

UCLA Bruins News / LAFB Network / May 23

UCLA Bruins Receive Massive Prediction For 4-Star Offensive Lineman

The UCLA Bruins 2026 recruiting class may be small at the moment, but DeShaun Foster is quietly putting together a really nice class. Currently, the Bruins have 8 total commitments and rank 34th nationally, and 11th in the Big Ten.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / April 30

UCLA Bruins Coach DeShaun Foster Throws Shade At USC Trojans, NFL Draft

The USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins have one of the most famous rivalries in college sports. The cross-town rivalry for who is the best team in Los Angeles is something to watch each year.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Nico Iamaleava’s Heisman Odds Take Dramatic Shift After UCLA Decision

As the dust settles after Nico Iamaleava’s major career move, there has been a notable shift in Heisman Trophy odds for the 2025 college football season. Tennessee elected to part ways with Iamaleava after he led the Volunteers to their first College Football Playoff appearance in program history as a first-year starter.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Panthers Longtime Scout to Join Deshaun Foster and UCLA

Former Carolina Panthers scout Khary Darlington is set to join Foster in a front office role with UCLA, according to CBS Sports. Darlington, who had been with the Panthers for 14 years, played a critical role in scouting the South region for the team.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / March 2

Panthers Losing Longtime Scout to Deshaun Foster and UCLA

The Carolina Panthers are set to lose a valued member of their scouting team as Khary Darlington departs for a front office role with UCLA, according to CBS Sports.

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