Derek Carr joins UCLA as special advisor before Fall Camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 4:33 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Derek Carr, former NFL quarterback, arrives at UCLA's Fall Camp following his recent hiring as a special advisor for head coach Bob Chesney. Carr will assist the offense and work closely with quarterbacks. His arrival was notable given his retirement from the NFL in May. The Bruin Report captured video footage of Carr alongside UCLA’s general manager Darrick Yray, who previously coached him at Fresno State. Carr's role comes as the Bruins prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Carr appointed as special advisor to UCLA head coach Bob Chesney.
- •He will assist with offensive game-planning and quarterbacks.
- •Carr arrived at Fall Camp in Irvine one day after his hiring.
- •He retired from the NFL in May 2026.
- •General manager Darrick Yray has historical ties with Carr from Fresno State.
- 4:33 AMYahoo Sports — Bulldog Breakdown: Former Bulldog Derek Carr arrives at UCLA Fall Camp after hiring
"Former Bulldog and NFL quarterback Derek Carr arrived at UCLA's Fall Camp just one day after being hired by the Bruins.
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