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Connor Moreno

Connor Moreno

Joined: May 28, 2025

Connor Moreno is an alumnus of Arizona State and New Mexico State. Before joining the On SI team, he covered the NBA's Phoenix Suns as a beat writer, and now he serves as our UCLA Bruins writer for SI.

Nov 17, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

What Are Donovan Dent's Chances to Win Wooden Award?

UCLA's transfer guard is projected to make a massive impact in the college basketball landscape.

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Sep 14, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach DeShaun Foster enters the field before the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Did College Football 26 Get UCLA's Walkout Right?

Fans have been clamoring about the accuracy of EA Sports' newest College Football installation.

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Nov 19, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive back Jaylin Davies (24) breaks up a pass intended for Southern California Trojans wide receiver Kyle Ford (81) during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Where Does UCLA-USC Rivalry Rank in CFB?

The Bruins and Trojans are as storied a rivalry as any, but is it the top rivalry in college football?

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Golden State Warrior center Kevon Looney (left) is introduced by his current head coach, Steve Kerr,while taking part in a ceremony where his jersey is retired Thursday, December 6, 2018 at Hamilton High School. Mjs Looney 1 Hoffman 75306420

Steve Kerr Issues Heartfelt Sendoff to Former Bruin

Kevon Looney was one of the longest-tenured Golden State Warriors before signing with the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Nov 30, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins linebacker Jalen Woods (17), defensive back Jaylin Davies (6), and linebacker Carson Schwesinger (49) tackle Fresno State Bulldogs tight end Jake Tarwater (87) during the third quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

UCLA's Official Defensive Ratings in College Football 26

Let's take a look at how the Bruins' defense is rated in EA Sports College Football 26.

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Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) runs with the ball during a college football game between Tennessee and Georgia at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

UCLA's Official Offensive Ratings in College Football 26

Let's take a look at how the Bruins' offense is rated in EA Sports College Football 26.

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Nov 30, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Ethan Garbers takes the snap against the Fresno State Bulldogs during the fourth quarter at Rose Bowl. It was a sparse crowd for the game on a holiday weekend. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast: 3-Star Commitment Looming

On today's episode, we talk about a potential 3-star commitment the Bruins are expecting that should make way for an even bigger pledge.

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Oct 12, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Daniel Jackson (9) tries to run against UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Siale Taupaki (92) and defensive back Ramon Henderson (11) during the first quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Analyst Updates UCLA's Pursuit of 4-Star DL

Tufanua Ionatana Umu-Cais is down to five schools, and the Bruins have a chance at making this huge addition.

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Nov 15, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies head coach Jedd Fisch and UCLA Bruins head coach DeShaun Foster greet each other after the game at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
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BREAKING: 4-Star RB Opts for Washington Over UCLA

Brian Bonner made his decision and chose the Huskies over the Bruins.

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Oct 5, 2024; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) passes in the second quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Ranking Nico Iamaleava's 2024 Performances: #11 Arkansas

Iamaleava is starting a new journey, but let's look back at his stellar redshirt freshman season game-by-game.

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Mar 21, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) plays the ball defended by Marquette Golden Eagles guard Stevie Mitchell (4) in the second half during the NCAA Tournament First Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Legend Ranks Dent Among Nation's Top Transfers

The legendary coach-turned-ESPN analyst is a huge fan of UCLA's addition of Dent.

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Nov 30, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach DeShaun Foster greets quarterback Ethan Garbers (4) during the third quarter against the Fresno State Bulldogs at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Will Bruins Land Critical 4-Star?

The verdict is finally in for Massachusetts' No. 1 prospect, and he's likely coming to Westwood.

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