Locked On UCLA - Daily Podcast On UCLA Bruins

BREAKING NEWS: UCLA just landed a game-changing superstar from the transfer portal! Host Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the massive addition of Wayne Knight, the dynamic All-American running back from James Madison. What does this mean for the Bruins’ offense? Are we about to see UCLA field one of the most exciting teams in the Big Ten? Find out how Coach Bob Chesney is completely transforming...

Bob Chesney is lighting up the transfer portal: FOUR new skill players, including THREE dynamic wide receivers, are headed to Westwood to revamp the offense! We break down what Aidan Mizell, Landon Ellis, Leland Smith, and Dylan Lee bring to the table for the football team. Are the UCLA Bruins hitting their lowest point ever? In this episode, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer dives into the shocking struggle...

Is UCLA basketball headed for a Chip Kelly-style collapse under Mick Cronin? In this episode, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer dives into the Bruins’ latest embarrassing loss and questions whether the program is spiraling into mediocrity. What’s going on with recruiting? Why can’t Cronin figure out this roster? Is the transfer portal strategy failing? Tune in as Zach breaks down why fans are frustrated, how...

Bruin fans, buckle up! In today’s episode of Locked On UCLA, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down all the latest in UCLA football recruiting. The Bruins continue to rebuild their secondary with a big-time transfer, but take a heartbreaking loss as top tight end Dorian Thomas flips his commitment to Cal! What does this mean for the offense, and who will step up next season? Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer giv...

Big Ten powers surge toward another national championship as Indiana crushes Alabama 38-3, shaking the college football landscape. Can Oregon or Indiana claim the crown and continue the conference’s dominance? Spencer McLaughlin leads the roundtable with Craig Shemon, Jacob Goins, Ryan Herrings, and others, unpacking Kurt Signetti’s meteoric rise, Indiana’s ferocious defense, and the SEC’s fading...

UCLA's transfer portal madness is heating up! In this episode, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer dives into the Bruins' latest portal additions and key staff hires under new head coach Bob Chesney. Who are the must-watch incoming transfers—including top tight ends and a potential All-ACC linebacker? Can UCLA replace its lost stars, and what do the latest moves mean for the 2026 season? Plus, how will the Bru...

The 2026 UCLA Bruins are getting a major facelift! Host Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the wild transfer portal action, including a wave of James Madison stars joining UCLA—on both the offensive and defensive lines. Can Bob Chesney’s crew finally solve the O-Line and D-Line problems? Find out which top players and coaches are coming in, why the James Madison reunion is real, and what this mean...

The Bob Chesney era at UCLA is HERE and the Bruins are making major waves! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down how UCLA is SURGING in the transfer portal, out-recruiting SEC powerhouses like Florida for elite talent—including a top tight end who’s about to flip the script in Westwood. Find out why Chesney’s strategy is ALREADY working better than Chip Kelly’s old approach and what the recent haul o...

New year, same old frustrations for the UCLA Bruins. In this episode of Locked On UCLA, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the Bruins’ disappointing 2026 Big Ten opener against Iowa. After falling behind by 24 points, could UCLA pull off a miracle comeback? What went wrong in the first half, and did Donovan Dent’s breakout performance give Bruins fans any reasons for hope? We dive deep into shaky...

This is the weekend that could redefine UCLA football for years to come! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down a massive recruiting and transfer portal push as new head coach Bob Chesney welcomes 23 key visitors to Westwood. Who are the game-changing players UCLA is chasing — from top FCS running back Joshua Dye and Ivy League star Nico Brown, to LSU’s monster lineman Ory Williams and much more? Can...

The Bruins are off to a blazing start in 2026! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down UCLA football’s HUGE transfer portal targets—including elite tight end Dorian Thomas and 1,000-yard Ivy League receiver Nico Brown. Which key players are staying, and how will Bob Chesney’s 10 new assistant coaches change the game? Plus, get a full preview of UCLA’s Big Ten basketball clash with undefeated #25 Iowa a...

Happy New Year, Bruins fans—but the drama is just getting started! UCLA kicks off 2026 with major roster shakeups: star receiver Kwazi Gilmer and defensive leader Isaiah Chisom hit the transfer portal, leaving fans stunned. Meanwhile, beloved UCLA figure Jerry Neuheisel is headed to Northwestern to coach QBs under Chip Kelly—could this impact UCLA's long-term coaching future? Zach Anderson-Yoxsime...

New Year's Eve brought absolute chaos to UCLA Football! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the wild flurry of news, including the latest staff hires under Bob Chesney, key player transfers (and some surprising returns), and jaw-dropping moves in the recruiting departments. What does Cole Martin’s return mean for the Bruins with his dad leaving the coaching staff? Which West Coast coaches and Big T...

Big news in Westwood! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer dives deep into Bob Chesney’s blueprint for a UCLA football resurgence—are the Bruins about to raid the James Madison transfer portal for top-tier talent? Discover why Chesney’s coaching moves—including fresh West Coast hires and a key snatch from Arizona State—could totally transform UCLA. Plus, wild coaching carousel drama as Chip Kelly lands at North...

It’s portal madness in Westwood! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the Bruins’ aggressive pursuit of James Madison’s top football stars—including explosive RB Wayne Knight and defensive phenom Sahir West—as UCLA looks to overhaul their roster for the Big Ten. How many Dukes could actually follow new coach Bob Chesney to LA? Zach makes his BOLD prediction! Plus: UCLA women’s basketball stays perfe...

UCLA is seeing a wave of departures as the transfer portal heats up and coaching changes shake the program! In this episode of Locked On UCLA, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the latest on the growing list of outgoing players—including Keanu Williams and Luke Duncan—and dives into where departing coaches like Scott White and Andy Kwon are headed next. Plus, is there any chance star QB Alonza Ba...

UCLA fans, Santa came early—and he brought the transfer portal with him! 🎁 In this holiday special, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down the growing list of James Madison University stars eyeing a move to Westwood under new head coach Bob Chesney. Which studs from the JMU championship squad are the Bruins chasing? From a rebuilt O-line to playmakers in the secondary, Zach unveils UCLA’s Christmas p...

UCLA basketball ends 2025 on a high note, torching UC Riverside 97-65 with Tyler Bilodeau’s incredible 34-point performance! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer dives deep into the Bruins’ second-half takeover, breakout offensive stars, injury updates for Xavier Booker, and what’s coming in Big Ten play—including the massive matchup vs Purdue. Will UCLA’s red-hot shooting and improving lineup make them a threa...

Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down major UCLA football transfer portal news, offensive line upgrades for Nico Iamaleava, and a big recruiting update for Bruins hoops. Don’t miss the truth behind USC’s meltdown and how UCLA is stacking wins on and off the field! Hit play, and join the Bruin revolution! USC drops Notre Dame from its schedule—what’s REALLY going on with the Trojans? Follow & Subscrib...

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UCLA fans, brace yourselves! Bob Chesney is officially bringing his championship-winning defensive coordinator from James Madison to UCLA—find out why Colin Hitschler's jaw-dropping defense could change everything for the Bruins on the field. Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down Chesney’s power moves, coordinator shake-ups, and the new portal targets that could redefine next season. Plus, get fired...

UCLA basketball barely escapes a huge upset against Cal Poly after a rollercoaster first half—but that's not all! Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down how the Bruins stormed back, the standout offensive performances, and why defense is still a major concern for Mick Cronin's squad. Plus, get the inside scoop on top 2026 recruit Christian Collins reopening his commitment—what does this mean for UCLA'...

Michigan faces a critical coaching crossroads as Kaylin DeBoer and Kenny Dillingham emerge as frontrunners for the Wolverines’ head football coach position. Can Michigan lure DeBoer away from Alabama and shake up the Big Ten power dynamics? Conference rivals weigh in, speculating on the impact of either hire and the potential fallout if both candidates turn down the offer. Heisman buzz dominates w...

Is UCLA about to see another shakeup at quarterback? In this episode, Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer dives into the burning question every Bruin fan is asking: Will Bob Chesney stick with Nico Iamaleava or chase a transfer portal star in 2026? We break down Nico Iamaleava’s possible moves, the transfer QBs UCLA might target (including some BIG names), and what it means for the Bruins’ upcoming season. Plu...

Donovan Dent is finally living up to the hype with another monster performance as UCLA smashes Arizona State 90-77! Can Mick Cronin’s squad keep this elite scoring pace going? Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer breaks down why this game could mark a turning point for the Bruins, who stepped up in the paint and set the nets on fire from three. Hear what’s going right, why Eric Dailey Jr.’s struggles are still...