BREAKING: ESPN Predicts BYU's Kalani Sitake as UCLA's New Football Coach, Joining Big 10 Conference

Reports of ESPN predicting BYU's Kalani Sitake as the next head coach at UCLA have been circulating on social media. This speculation comes on the heels of UCLA's decision to fire head coach DeShaun Foster after an 0-3 start to the season. While ESPN has not officially made a prediction, the idea has gained traction due to a confluence of factors that make Sitake an attractive candidate for the Bruins.UCLA's Coaching Vacancy: UCLA's athletic department is in a major transition, having recently joined the Big Ten and needing to find a leader who can quickly bring success to the program. The firing of Foster just three games into the season signals the school's desire for a rapid turnaround.Sitake's Success at BYU: Kalani Sitake has built a powerhouse at BYU. He has a proven track record of winning, with a career record of 74-43, including multiple seasons with double-digit wins. His ability to develop talent and consistently field a competitive team, even as an independent and now in the Big 12, is a major selling point.Pac-12 and West Coast Ties: Sitake has deep roots on the West Coast, having played at BYU and coached at Utah and Oregon State. This background gives him an immediate advantage in recruiting in Southern California, a crucial area for a UCLA program looking to regain its footing. His familiarity with the former Pac-12 landscape and his winning record against some of its schools would also be a major plus for the fan base.Proven Fundraiser and Recruiter: Sitake has shown an ability to connect with the local community and, more recently, has embraced the new era of college football with NIL and the transfer portal. His leadership in navigating BYU's move to the Big 12 demonstrates an ability to manage change and lead a program through a major transition.While this is pure speculation at this point, the rumors highlight Sitake's rising profile in the college football world. His success at BYU has made him a top candidate for any major coaching vacancy, and the timing of UCLA's opening makes the connection intriguing.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today.  SquareTo learn more, go support your favorite neighborhood spot and see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods. And then if you have extra time, check out https://square.com/go/lockedoncollegeThe Game CapGrab your team’s classic bar or retro circle designed hat and use code LOCKEDON for an exclusive discount. Head to Because legends wear The Game. Head to https://thegamecaps.com WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONCOLLEGEGametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarchmoney.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.