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Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Ty Dieffenbach (14) celebrates with offensive lineman Mack Indestad (76) after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins need to restock, as several stars will not be back next season.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Ty Dieffenbach (14) celebrates with offensive lineman Mack Indestad (76) after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins need to restock, as several stars will not be back next season.

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Oct 10, 2026; Eugene, Oregon, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney exits the field after the win against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Here's everything fans need to tune into all of the action.

Oct 17, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the sidelines in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Here are the three key matchups that could impact Week 10.

Oct 24, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney looks on during the first half against the Michigan State Spartans at Rose Bowl.at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The initial availability report was released ahead of Week 10.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins linebacker Sammy Omosigho (10) poses for a photo after defeating the Nevada Wolf Pack 27-0 at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins come in at No. 8 in the CFP poll.

UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Sahir West (15) celebrates with linebacker Scott Taylor (20) after a sack during the third quarter against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins and Golden Gophers could play an incredibly competitive game.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney takes a post game interview after defeating the Nevada Wolf Pack 27-0 at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

UCLA faces a tough road test in Week 10.

Oct 17, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the sidelines in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Indiana's season was almost wrecked by the Golden Gophers. UCLA must be careful.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Wayne Knight (3) runs with the ball against Nevada Wolf Pack defensive back Aiden Walker (18) during the fourth quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Here are three potential concerns UCLA may enter with in Week 10.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the field before the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Here are three players whose stock you should buy before the end of the season.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney looks on before the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins have advanced to 8-0.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney looks on before the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins got the win, but there's certainly things to clean up.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Anthony Woods (6) runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins cruised to another victory.

Oct 31, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the field before the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Here were the biggest winners along with players who underperformed in the Week 9 win over Nevada.

Oct 24, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney looks on during the first half against the Michigan State Spartans at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Keep an eye on these four Bruins in UCLA's Week 9 matchup.

Oct 17, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the sidelines in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Bruins should be able to produce a dominant outing.

Sep 19, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; Helmets at the line of scrimmage UCLA Bruins long snapper Giancarlo Cereghino (44) snaps the ball against the Purdue Boilermakers in the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Here's where fans can catch all of the action ahead of Saturday's Week 9 matchup.

Sep 19, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins wide receiver Semaj Morgan (4) scores on a 27-yard touchdown pass against the Purdue Boilermakers in the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Seven games into the 2026 season, there is enough of a sample size to grade key transfers.

Oct 17, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the sidelines in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

These matchups could determine the outcome for the Bruins in Week 9.

UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava looks to pass as the Oregon Ducks host the UCLA Bruins on Oct. 10, 2026, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

Nico Iamaleava has finally broken the silence regarding his future at UCLA.

Oct 17, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Ty Dieffenbach (14) passes in the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Bruins' offense has yet to explode with its new quarterback. That might change soon.

Oct 24, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Ty Dieffenbach (14) looks to throw against the Michigan State Spartans during the first quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Keep an eye on these areas in UCLA vs. Nevada.

Oct 17, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney on the sidelines in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Bob Chesney has been special so far in Westwood.

Oct 24, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Anthony Woods (6) and quarterback Ty Dieffenbach (14) celebrate after a rushing touchdown during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

UCLA has never played for a national championship. The Bruins did not make a BCS appearance, nor any trip to the College Football Playoff. However, under the 12

Oct 24, 2026; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Anthony Woods (6) runs the ball during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Rose Bowl.at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

UCLA has some questions they need answered as they gear up for Week 9.