UCLA Football’s New Faces Take Center Stage | UCLA Bruins Football News

UCLA’s football season is heating up with Nico Iamaleava taking the reins as quarterback, backed by a revamped roster full of fresh faces and proven talent. Wayne Knight leads the rushing attack, while Landon Ellis and Brian Rowe Jr. provide reliable targets. Josh Phifer adds power at tight end, and the offensive line gains depth with transfers Jordan Davis and Hall Schmidt. Defensively, the interior line remains uncertain, but Sahir West and Scott Taylor anchor the edge rush, with linebackers Sammy Omosigho and Jalen Woods stepping up — and Trent Hendrick ready to challenge for a starting role. The secondary shines with Rodrick Pleasant and DJ Barksdale locking down corners, while new safeties Tao Johnson and Malik Hartford bring energy. With so many new pieces clicking into place, UCLA’s 2024 campaign promises to be one to watch. 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/4ffa44910a9748d6