Carr’s Mentorship Ignites UCLA’s Future | UCLA Bruins Football News

UCLA just got a major boost with Derek Carr joining the coaching staff, and wide receiver Leland Smith is already buzzing—seeing Carr’s NFL experience as a game-changer, especially for mastering elite receiver play. Despite their past rivalry (Smith played for San Jose State, which beat Carr’s undefeated team in 2013), Smith’s all about the future: learning from Carr’s insights and building a mentorship. Off the field, Smith’s also making headlines with a new NIL deal with World’s Finest Chocolate—a full-circle moment that ties back to his youth, where selling chocolate taught him resilience and communication. Now, he’s using his platform to inspire young athletes to discover their potential through fundraising, proving that entrepreneurial grit and athletic drive go hand in hand. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/50298d5d3455758f