Three incoming freshmen who can boost UCLA football's struggling defense

May 18, 2026

By Luke Joseph, UCLA Bruins on SI: UCLA is past spring practice and heading into summer workouts. Bob Chesney has made a genuine impact on this program in a short amount of time, and while the Bruins may not be a conference contender in year one, making a bowl game is not out of the question.

While three offensive freshmen from the 2026 class who can make an immediate impact have already been highlighted, the focus now shifts to the other side of the ball. Chesney did the bulk of his roster rebuilding through the portal, but he still brought in 20 players from the 2026 high school class.

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Three Incoming Freshmen Who Can Boost UCLA's Struggling Defense

The Bruins' defense was a liability last season, and these three prospects have the tools to make an early impact.

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