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Mar 22, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin reacts during the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins rose to the occasion despite some early season concerns.

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Nov 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Anthony Dell'Orso (3) shoots the ball over UCLA Bruins forward Tyler Bilodeau (34) during the first half of the Hall of Fame Series game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins and No. 5 Wildcats gave college basketball fans March Madness in November.

Nov 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) shoots the ball over UCLA Bruins forward Eric Dailey Jr. (3) during the first half of the Hall of Fame Series game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The Bruins and Wildcats put together an early-season classic in the Intuit Dome.

Nov 7, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Donovan Dent (2) shoots the ball during the second half against the Pepperdine Waves at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

UCLA takes on No.5 Arizona at the Intuit Dome

Nov 7, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins forward Tyler Bilodeau (34) reacts after scoring a goal during the first half against the Pepperdine Waves at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins face their toughest task yet against the fifth-ranked Wildcats.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Caden Curry (92) and defensive tackle Kayden McDonald (98) celebrate behidn Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Ryan Browne (15) during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Nov. 8, 2025.

UCLA is headed to Columbus to take on No.1 Ohio State

The Bruins extended an offer to an elite small forward and top-five prospect in the 2028 class.

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins interim head coach Tim Skipper during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

On today's episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast, we're breaking down UCLA's week of preparation going into their toughest game of the year.

Jan 1, 1976; Pasadena, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; UCLA Bruins halfback Eddie Ayers (30) runs with the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the 1976 Rose Bowl. The Bruins defeated the Buckeyes 23-10. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-Imagn Images

The Bruins and Buckeyes are matching up for the first time in a quarter of a century.

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) throws against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The two signal-callers were held in the same regard going into the season, but both have gone on completely different paths.

Nov 23, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; USC Trojans running back Woody Marks (4) tries to break a tackle by UCLA Bruins linebacker Jalen Woods (17) during the third quarter at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

The Bruins have a date with the No. 1 team in the nation, but their remaining opponents also have some big-time games.

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) runs the ball ahead of Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Donovan Jones (37) during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Bruins have a tall task ahead of them on the road against the No. 1 Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a touchdown with running back CJ Donaldson Jr. (12) during the NCAA football game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Nov. 8, 2025.

The Bruins are going on the road for their toughest test yet, a clash with the No. 1 team in the nation.

Nov 3, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Mick Cronin talks to guard Donovan Dent (2) during the second half against the Eastern Washington Eagles at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins are looking to shake off a lackluster early season against their biggest test yet.

Nov 3, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Donovan Dent (2) dribbles the ball against Eastern Washington Eagles guard Johnny Radford (21) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins need everyone to step up against the fifth-ranked Wildcats, but these few will be crucial.

Dec 14, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Trent Perry (1) against Arizona Wildcats forward Trey Townsend (4) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins take on the Wildcats in the Intuit Dome in their first true test of the season.

Sep 12, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins assistant head coach Jerry Neuheisel looks on during the second half against the New Mexico Lobos at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

A three-star defensive back has flipped his commitment from UCLA to Boise State.

Oct 11, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) looks for an open receiver in the second quarter at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava seeks revenge against Ohio State. 3 bold predictions for the massive rematch

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) drops back to pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

On today's episode of the UCLA Bruins Insider Podcast we go through all three of UCLA's remaining football opponents and break down the matchup.

Aug 30, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach DeShaun Foster watches game action against the Utah Utes during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Bruins aren't viewed to have one of the most appealing gigs in college football.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Connecticut Huskies forward Ice Brady (25) defends against UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts (51) during second quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Oklahoma exposed Lauren Betts’ weakness with double teams. Can the UCLA star adjust and stay dominant as the schedule toughens?

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) throws over Purdue Boilermakers defensive lineman Jamarrion Harkless (97) during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Nov. 8, 2025. Ohio State won 34-10.

UCLA is heading to Columbus to take on No.1 Ohio State

Apr 3, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close talks to media before the NCAA Woman’s Final Four at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

The Bruins have been dominating the early season despite missing the budding star's production.

Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Anthony Woods (6) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Nebraska Cornhuskers with wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) and quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) during the second half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

UCLA is making a push to flip a three-star 2026 wide receiver who's currently committed to Oregon State.

Nov 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Trent Perry (0) is defended by West Georgia Wolves guard Chas Lewless (2) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The No. 15 Bruins have been somewhat of a disappointment early this season.

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