⚡ CFB Dashboard

- ### Top Actionable Intel - UCLA's spring story is a full program reset under Bob Chesney, with practice organization, special-teams emphasis, and staff structure standing out to 247's Connor Morrissette. - QB Nico Iamaleava is still the returning starter, but early spring has been clunky because he is learning a new offense with new receivers and a rebuilt OL. - Cal Poly transfer Ty Dieffenbach has had a strong spring and may currently look more settled than the intended future backup Madden Iamaleava. - The strongest position groups right now appear to be RB and DB; tackle and interior DL are the biggest football questions.

- He's starting to understand what plays work versus different looks." Dean Kennedy said trust between quarterbacks and receivers is developing. - Mazzone III UCLA head coach Bob Chesney said.

- Semaj Morgan ahead Mikey Matthews at punt return; Scooter Jackson out academically.

- UCLA practice structure intentional and organized; backup QB situation concerning given Nico's style.

- Cole Martin addressed reporters twice during UCLA spring camp; key defensive returner insights shared.

- Julian Armella, FSU transfer OL, lost starting job mid-season but coaches praised him; expects PT this year.

- RB: That's what I thought too, but Woods took first-team reps all spring even when Knight was healthy

- 2025 DT depth chart more optimistic than 2026 so far, but spring practices don't tell full story.

- UCLA depth chart updates: Quinn Buckey #73, Jonah Smith #24, Donovyn Pellot #0.

- UCLA defensive depth chart post-spring; mix of locked starters and new faces ahead of fall.

- 2026 roster shows 2025 members; check recent depth chart articles for updates.