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UCLA’s New Era Under Bob Chesney Offers a Roster Makeover and a Jolt of Hope in Westwood
Chesney brought 62 new players, including 42 transfers, as UCLA tries to rebound after a 3-9 season.
- Head coach Bob Chesney signed 62 new players, including 42 transfers, to revitalize UCLA after the Bruins went 3-9 in 2025, sparking anticipation around the program.
- Defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler must improve a unit that allowed 387.0 yards per game last season, when the defense recorded just 10 sacks and 40 tackles for loss, both worst in the FBS.
- Quarterback Iamaleava is working with offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy and three new offensive linemen from James Madison to improve protection after receiving minimal help last year.
- UCLA is aggressively pursuing 4-star cornerback Jordan Hicks, who scheduled a game-day visit on September 12 against San Diego State to evaluate the program's defensive direction.
- Landing prospects like Hicks could provide Chesney an early win in the 2028 recruiting cycle while bolstering the secondary, supported by his track record of winning in 15 of 16 seasons.
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UCLA’s new era under Bob Chesney offers a roster makeover and a jolt of hope in Westwood
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Total News Sources16
Leaning Left7Leaning Right1Center7Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Left, 46% Center
Bias Distribution
- 47% of the sources lean Left, 46% of the sources are Center
47% Left
L 47%
C 46%
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