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Derek Carr joins UCLA Bruins as special advisor under Bob Chesney

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 4:44 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Derek Carr joins UCLA Bruins as special advisor under Bob Chesney
Summary

UCLA Bruins head coach Bob Chesney announced that Derek Carr will join the program as a special advisor. Carr, a former NFL quarterback, expressed interest in helping the Bruins as they prepare for the upcoming season. This follows a challenging 3-9 season for UCLA in 2025. Carr's presence is seen as a potential boost for the team's development, particularly for quarterback Nico Iamaleava. The exact impact of Carr's involvement remains to be seen as the season approaches.

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  • •Derek Carr joins UCLA as a special advisor to head coach Bob Chesney.
  • •Carr last played in the NFL during the 2024 season.
  • •UCLA finished the 2025 season with a record of 3-9.
  • •Nico Iamaleava may benefit from Carr's guidance as quarterback.
  • •Chesney welcomed Carr’s offer to help with the program.
Latest Updates
  • 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — 'The answer is yes' Bob Chesney didn't overthink bringing on Derek Carr
What they're saying
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According to Bob Chesney, it was Derek Carr who broached the subject of getting a position with the UCLA Bruins.

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