“Energy” seemed to be the buzzword Thursday. Goal-line drills took center stage at UCLA football’s 10th spring practice. Red zone situations commonly turn into trench battles, and the exercise quickly became a war between the offense and the defense. Read more...
Photo: Junior running back Jaivian Thomas runs with the ball tucked under his arm. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)
This post was updated April 19 at 8:32 p.m. Opportunity. It is what brought coach Bob Chesney from James Madison – a program he took to its first-ever College Football Playoff – to UCLA. Read more...
Photo: Former James Madison and current UCLA wide receiver Landon Ellis catches the ball in the end zone. (Courtesy of The Breeze)
This post was updated April 16 at 11:53 p.m. When all else fails defensively, there is one position group that can be the difference between a touchdown and a stop: the safeties. Read more...
Photo: Redshirt sophomore defensive back Cole Martin stretches on the turf at Spaulding Field. (Kai Dizon/Daily Bruin senior staff)
UCLA football will be 0-0 for a while No games can be won from now until Sept. 5 when UCLA faces California for the first game of the 2026 season. Read more...
Photo: UCLA football head coach Bob Chesney points his finger as he stands on the field. (Kai Dizon/Daily Bruin senior staff)
“Returners” are a prized possession in today’s NCAA landscape. With the increasing popularity of the transfer portal and the seemingly constant coaching carousels that define college football, sustaining continuity is a tall task. Read more...
Photo: UCLA football offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy holds a play-calling sheet and watches players on Spaulding Field. (Kai Dizon/Daily Bruin senior staff)
Nico Iamaleava may be coming off the most turbulent year of his football career. After exiting the College Football Playoff with a first-round loss, the redshirt sophomore quarterback began spring 2025 in hot water. Read more...
Photo: Redshirt sophomore quarterback Nico Iamaleava goes to give a high five to his teammate as he holds the ball. (Kai Dizon/Daily Bruin senior staff)
Everyone knows Bob Chesney. He seemingly won the hearts of the UCLA faithful at his introductory presser Dec. 9. Whether it’s his captivating speeches, his presence across the Westwood campus or his competition and accountability-based coaching style, fans know what they are getting from UCLA football’s newest head coach. Read more...
Photo: UCLA football defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler walks on the grass at Spaulding Field. (Kai Dizon/Daily Bruin senior staff)
