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UCLA Bruins Struggle: 0-3 Start Raises Concerns

9/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The UCLA Bruins football team is 0-3 after a 35-10 loss to New Mexico.
Coach DeShaun Foster highlights discipline issues, particularly penalties, as a key concern.
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava admits the offense needs better execution.
Foster's coaching position faces scrutiny due to the team's struggles.
The Bruins have one favorable matchup left, raising concerns for the season.

History

Historical Context

The UCLA Bruins football team, under Coach Bob Toledo, finished the 1998 season with a disappointing 4-7 record, averaging 20.5 points per game. This decline followed a promising 1997 season where they were co-champions of the Pac-10. Current Coach DeShaun Foster's concerns about discipline reflect ongoing challenges, suggesting that without addressing these issues, the Bruins may continue to struggle in future seasons.

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Story summary

The UCLA Bruins football team is 0-3 after a 35-10 loss to New Mexico.
Coach DeShaun Foster highlights discipline issues, particularly penalties, as a key concern.
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava admits the offense needs better execution.
Foster's coaching position faces scrutiny due to the team's struggles.
The Bruins have one favorable matchup left, raising concerns for the season.

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