UCLA’s Big Transfer Surge Under Chesney | UCLA Bruins Football News

UCLA’s football program is set for a seismic shift in 2026 as new head coach Bob Chesney arrives with a record 42 transfers, 20 freshmen, and 12 coaches — including 10 key players from his playoff-bound James Madison squad. Expect as many as 15 newcomers to start immediately, led by explosive running back Wayne Knight, who could be a Big Ten breakout star. With quarterback Nico Iamaleava returning for stability, Chesney’s mission is clear: turn chaos into cohesion in the Power Five. Can he build a winning culture fast enough to silence doubters? 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/084b88f3daabd694